R&D Sensory Technician & Internal Panel Leader

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p>As R&D Sensory Technician & Internal Panel Leader, you contribute to the delivery of reliable, high?quality sensory data by supporting external sensory panel activities and by leading internal sensory panels for Technical Acceptance and Shelf-Life studies.

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p>You operate in full compliance with sensory laboratory good practices and ensure robust execution, data quality, and first-level analysis and reporting. You work in close collaboration with the Sensory Operations team, the Sensory & Product Experience (SPX) team, Manufacturing, Product Developers, and Project Managers to support R&D and factory decision-making.

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p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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p>1. Sensory Technician ? External Panels

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p>· Support the Panel Leader and Sensory Analyst in the operational delivery of sensory testing with external panels, in compliance with sensory laboratory best practices.

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p>· Organize sensory sessions based on defined protocols (product preparation, coding, sensory room setup).

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p>· Set up, copy, and deploy sensory sessions in EyeQuestion when required, acting as a backup for Panel Leader & Sensory Analyst.

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p>· Provide samples to external panelists during on?site sessions when relevant.

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p>· Manage products under test, including procurement, storage, disposal, and associated compliance documentation.

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p>2. Internal Panel Leader ? Technical Acceptance & Shelf-Life

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p>· Lead internal sensory panels for Technical Acceptance and Shelf-Life studies in response to business needs.

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p>· Screen, train, and monitor validated internal panelists; maintain all panel-related and performance records.

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p>· Organize and conduct internal sensory sessions (product preparation, coding, sensory room setup) using EyeQuestion.

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p>· Monitor panel performance and data quality on a routine basis; initiate corrective and improvement actions when required.

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p>· Challenge product selection and sensory methodologies in line with study objectives and shelf-life designs, with SPX support.

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p>· Contribute to first-level sensory analysis for simple sensory studies (e.g. comparative profiling, shelf-life studies, agile sensory methods such as DoD or RATA).

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p>· Provide clear conclusions and actionable recommendations to requestors and stakeholders.

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p>· Manage products under test, including procurement, storage, disposal, and compliance documentation.

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p>3. Laboratory, Materials & Facilities

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p>· Ensure compliance with sensory laboratory good practices and safe laboratory behavior.

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p>· Maintain sensory equipment and facilities clean, organized, and operational.

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p>· Order materials and supplies as required; suggest continuous improvements to laboratory organization and processes.

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p>· Coordinate minor renovation or improvement work within the sensory laboratories.

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p>qualifications

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p>BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

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p>· Precise, conscientious, and quality?focused.

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p>· Well organized, reliable, and able to work independently.

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p>· Strong team player with good collaboration and communication skills.

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p>· Logical and analytical mindset with sound critical thinking.

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p>· Proactive, flexible, and comfortable taking initiative.

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p>· Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

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p>PROFILE & QUALIFICATIONS

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p>Education

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p>· Bachelor's degree in Sensory Science, Food Science, or a related field (e.g. market research, communication with a scientific background).

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p>Experience

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p>· Initial experience in a sensory laboratory environment.

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p>· Experience in the food, flavor, or beverage industry is an asset.

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p>· Experience with internal sensory panels is a plus.

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p>Technical Skills

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p>· Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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p>· Good numerical skills with basic statistical knowledge.

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p>· Experience with sensory software (e.g. EyeQuestion) is an asset.

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p>· Fluent in French.

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p>· Comfortable working in English in a professional environment.

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p>Other

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p>· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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p>· Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

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p>· Flexibility in working hours according to business needs.

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