Sensory & Lab Technician

Mérieux NutriSciences; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sensory & Lab Technician to support quality assurance and sensory evaluation programs. This role involves managing product samples, conducting sensory evaluations, and ensuring a clean and safe working environment. Join a vibrant team committed to public health and sustainability, where your contributions will make a significant impact. With a focus on collaboration and personal growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive and innovative environment. If you are passionate about food safety and eager to be part of a dynamic organization, this role is for you!

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive environment

Opportunities for learning and sharing

Impact on public health initiatives

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience as a technician or relevant education.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support QA and sensory evaluation programs by managing samples and data.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment for product evaluations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Food Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Sensory & Lab Technician in 5707 Waterford District Dr, Miami, FL 33126 USA. Your mission will be to:

SUMMARY:
The Technician I supports the QA and sensory evaluation programs by performing a wide variety of tasks including but not limited to: logging in and storing product samples, ingredients, and lab supplies, accurate measurement of samples, cleaning and maintenance of test kitchen equipment, preparing products on specified RBI equipment for testing and administration of product evaluations. Leading sensory evaluations and managing data for internal/external reporting.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES, AUTHORITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Record incoming products, label products, and place in the appropriate storage locations.
2. Assure that equipment and work areas are scheduled and available for product evaluations.
3. Independently prepare for panel orientation sessions, including preparation of paperwork, physical measurements and cookouts, and purchasing and labeling of samples and references.
4. Prepare products, paperwork, label samples, prepare serving materials and computer files for product evaluations in an accurate and timely manner.
5. Administer and serve product evaluations to ensure panels are conducted error free.
6. Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe and well-organized working environment and maintains adequate supplies.
7. Work as a team with Division staff to accomplish position and business objectives.
8. Other tasks as assigned which may include grocery shopping, cleaning cooking equipment and/or product storage areas, packaging and shipping products to clients.
9. Assist with data management and reporting for testing conducted.

ISO 17025 Management System Authorities and Responsibilities:
Has the responsibility and authority to identify departures from the management system or from the procedures for performing tests, and to initiate actions to prevent or minimize such departures. Has the responsibility and authority to identify and halt non-conforming work in their scope of work. Has the authority to operate instruments, equipment and perform tests when documented as qualified in training records.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

TEAM MEMBER AND BEST IN CLASS SERVICE REQUIREMENTS:
Merieux NutriSciences incorporates the use of teams to achieve both personal and business success. Individuals must have strong personal skills to participate effectively in a team environment, being able to subordinate his/her personal priorities to the success of the team. In addition, Merieux NutriSciences'success is directly dependent on Best in Class services, requiring the individuals to enthusiastically engage the practices leading to this service level.

YOUR PROFILE

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED, with 1–3 years experience as a technician or a combination of education and work experience indicating an ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Basic computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel), general safety practices, and food service or food technology.
Ability to: work with others as part of a team, communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; compose quality written materials; and effectively present information to other members of staff. Climb ladders, frequently lift, carry and/or push light to heavy materials, as well as stand and walk most of the day.
Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

REQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
FL Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have certain physical abilities. These abilities include, but are not limited to: frequent light to moderate and sometimes heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling using hands to finger, handling, or feeling objects, tools, or controls and talking and hearing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

COMMUNICATION:
It is a policy of Merieux NutriSciences for maintaining continuous communication links with clients, both internal and external. The goal will be to respond to client inquiries within one hour, but in all cases within one business day. Merieux NutriSciences contact personnel who are not on vacation will check voicemail and e-mail with sufficient frequency to meet client’s communications needs and respond promptly to clients. E-mail links can be maintained during travel either by laptop computer, Blackberry or calling into a designated individual who is checking client contact personnel e-mail several times a day. Please review Merieux NutriSciences Communication Policy for more details.

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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