Sensory Technician

Mérieux NutriSciences Corporation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America in Miami, FL is seeking a Sensory Lab Technician to prepare samples, document procedures, and support sensory testing in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow SOPs, maintain clean and organized work areas, track samples, report issues, and contribute to quality and continuous improvement initiatives in food safety.

This role requires basic lab skills, attention to detail, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of sensory testing procedures.
• General knowledge of basic preparation practices and documentation.
• Able to read documents and follow client testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples using good lab practices and document each step.
• Set up evaluation room and manage sample delivery/pickup.
• Track samples and communicate test schedules and needs.
• Evaluate samples for expiration and safe handling.
• Follow SOPs and document all steps per procedures.
• Document training to meet quality systems and seek supervisor guidance.
• Enter and review information in the SIMS system.
• Share information with clients and team in a professional manner.
• Identify supply needs to avoid interruptions in testing.
• Perform housekeeping and maintain daily/weekly/monthly records.
• Support TQM and continuous improvement processes.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Lift 25 lbs

Tools

SIMS

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 32 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

Position Summary

The incumbent prepares sample for processing and maintains documentation of process to facilitate analysis procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare Samples using good overall lab practices and document each step and ensure testing area sanitized after each set of samples,
• Set up evaluation room for testing; which includes delivery and pickup of individual samples, basic daily cleanup, overall general knowledge and expected behavior when exposed to external panelists.
• Track samples as they are moved through testing. Ensure communication with other groups regarding sample arrivals as well as sensory test schedules and samples still needed to complete sensory sessions.
• Evaluate samples for expiration dates and proper and safe handling practices.
• Follow master preparation documentation, methods and standard operating procedures and ensure documentation as required
• Document training to meet quality systems and ask questions of supervisor to gain additional knowledge as it pertains to methods and processes within Sensory.
• Report all errors to Supervisor; assist in investigation for sensory non-conformances.
• Enter and review information as needed into Sensory Information Management System (SIMS) Stop test, look up samples, etc.
• Share information with clients, coworkers, supervisor and managers in a professional and courteous manner and ensure appropriate interaction with external panelists and potential participants
• Share any supply needs as needed to ensure stock is available and testing proceeds without interruption.
• Perform housekeeping tasks and update document, sign off and place in binder for daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly records. Ensure work is completed, documented, signed and given to appropriate personnel.
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process (TQM).
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Communication

• The incumbent has occasional contact with the personnel outside the immediate working unit.

Success Factors / Job Competencies

• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving, organizational, and attention to detail
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds

YOUR PROFILE

Qualifications Required

• Must have a basic knowledge of Sensory to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results.
• General knowledge of basic preparation practices as well as documentation of practices is necessary to provide accurate records to clients.
• Incumbent must understand sensory tests relative to general workflow, batch and kitchen sheets and be able to read any of the documents to perform tasks within the department.
• Basic bench skills understanding the importance of measurements and overall good lab practices is necessary to uphold the integrity of the testing performed.
• Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.
• Testing procedures require precise measurements to be made to avoid problems. Problems can result from faulty testing procedures or improper preparation of the sample.
• The samples need to be prepared according to client testing requirements and may require testing to be repeated if not appropriately prepared.
• The source of the problem will determine the method of solution.
• Standard procedures and established guidelines provide the needed information to solve testing problems.

Qualifications Desired

• A basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results.
• A general knowledge of the Sensory Information Management System is required to process and record client testing data.
• A basic familiarity with preparation tools, utensils commonly used in prep kitchen is necessary to prepare samples.
• A general knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The incumbent works in a kitchen or office setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to heat from ovens will occur when in the kitchen. Safety equipment of gloves and laboratory coat may need to be worn depending on the process. Continuous lifting of materials weighing between 10-50 pounds is possible in transport of client samples. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position.

Travel

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 60 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of anenthusiastic 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 10,000 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?