Sensory Flavor Analyst – On-Site in Mexico

IFF; Tlalnepantla; On-site; MXN 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, seeks a sensory evaluation specialist based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico (on-site). You will join a collaborative, detail-oriented team focused on delivering high-quality consumer experiences.

The role involves performing sensory evaluations, applying discriminative, descriptive, and affective tests, and supporting robust product releases with clear data and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a food-related field.
• Experience or knowledge in sensory evaluation or related labs.
• Familiarity with sensory methodologies (discriminative, descriptive, affective).
• Experience with sample preparation, handling, and traceability.
• Ability to capture and interpret sensory data using basic statistics.
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports and maintain documentation.
• Knowledge of quality systems and laboratory procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform sensory evaluations of raw materials, finished products, experimental samples, and retention samples.
• Conduct discriminative, descriptive, and affective sensory tests according to established procedures.
• Support product release evaluations and identify sensory differences that may impact product quality or customer experience.
• Prepare, code, handle, and store samples according to established protocols, ensuring proper identification and traceability.
• Capture, verify, and analyze sensory data using basic statistical tools, identifying relevant trends and results.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain complete and auditable records of sensory evaluations.
• Support investigations related to customer complaints, quality deviations, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA.
• Collaborate with Production, Creation & Design, Quality, and Sample Laboratory teams in the evaluation of materials and products.
• Support stability studies, batch comparisons, and continuous improvement activities within the laboratory.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Engineering/Chemistry or related field

Tools

Basic statistical tools

Job description

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, seeks a sensory evaluation specialist based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico (on-site). You will join a collaborative, detail-oriented team focused on delivering high-quality consumer experiences.

The role involves performing sensory evaluations, applying discriminative, descriptive, and affective tests, and supporting robust product releases with clear data and reporting.