Sensory Panelist: Flavor Taster & Quality Insights

The Hershey Company; Rohrerstown (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hershey Company is seeking Sensory Panelists to support daily tasting and panel maintenance at Hershey, PA. You will focus on tasting responsibilities, discuss sample descriptions, and apply GMP and Food Safety practices under supervision of a Manager and Sensory Panel Leader.

Responsibilities include collaborating with fellow panelists and researchers on Descriptive Analysis projects, with emphasis on sample quality and accurate observations.

Qualifications

• Excellent tasting skills to discern differences in samples (appearance, taste, texture).
• Ability to interact effectively with a large and diverse group of people.
• Ability to follow directions from group leaders and management.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support daily tasting and panel maintenance requirements.
• Engage in discussion regarding sample descriptions and record observations.
• Interact with panelists, panel leader, sensory technician, and Research Scientists.

Skills

Tasting skills

People skills

Direction following

Computer skills

Organization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree in Science

Tools

EyeQuestion

Job description

The Hershey Company is seeking Sensory Panelists to support daily tasting and panel maintenance at Hershey, PA. You will focus on tasting responsibilities, discuss sample descriptions, and apply GMP and Food Safety practices under supervision of a Manager and Sensory Panel Leader.

Responsibilities include collaborating with fellow panelists and researchers on Descriptive Analysis projects, with emphasis on sample quality and accurate observations.