Sensory Lab Technician - Hybrid Flavor & Quality Analysis

P.L. Marketing, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

P.L. Marketing, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to assist Kroger Our Brands and Corporate Food Technology teams. This hybrid role requires in-office work at least two days weekly and involves assisting sensory evaluations, product development, and quality testing.

You will coordinate with technologists, manage samples and documentation, and contribute to SQF compliance, safety, and customer-focused quality initiatives in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; a 2-year culinary or technical degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Independent, self-starting with ability to manage multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support Kroger Our Brands and Corporate Food Technology lab functions to ensure safety, quality, and reliability.
• Coordinate with technologists, set up product evaluations, audits, and communicate results.
• Monitor samples, manage labeling, and assist in formulation preparation and clean-up.
• Assist in sensory evaluations and ensure accurate data reporting to stakeholders.
• Maintain lab equipment cleanliness and stock supplies; calibrate equipment after training.

Skills

Adaptability

Strategic relationships

Trust

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Inclusion

Initiating action

Leadership

Negotiation

Self-starter

Work standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; 2-year culinary or technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

P.L. Marketing, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to assist Kroger Our Brands and Corporate Food Technology teams. This hybrid role requires in-office work at least two days weekly and involves assisting sensory evaluations, product development, and quality testing.

You will coordinate with technologists, manage samples and documentation, and contribute to SQF compliance, safety, and customer-focused quality initiatives in a fast-paced lab environment.