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Eurofins

Sensory Panel Manager

Clark, NJ · On-site

$115K/yr

As the first point of contact for our client's R&D team, you will be responsible for panel, project and lab management. Role & Responsibilities: 1. Sensory Lab & Operational Management * Manage daily ...

Eurofins Scientific

Sensory Panel Manager

Clark, NJ

$115K/yr

As the first point of contact for our client's R&D team, you will be responsible for panel, project and lab management. Role & Responsibilities: 1. Sensory Lab & Operational Management * Manage daily ...

Akshar Staffing

Sensory Lab Technician

Washington, DC · On-site

$21.50 - $28.50/hr

Job Summary (List Format): - Support sensory panel staff by preparing and maintaining products for sensory testing. - Maintain accurate inventory logs for products, devices, consumables, and lab ...

Bell Flavors & Fragrances

Sensory Scientist

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Lead day-to-day sensory panel operations and scheduling at Bell's Sensory Center, ensuring food safety and compliance * Design and execute sensory and consumer panel studies * Oversee descriptive ...

Hersheys

Part-Time Sensory Panelist

Hershey, PA

Sensory Panelists will work under the supervision of the Associate Manager and Sensory Panel Leader to support daily tasting and panel maintenance requirements. The individual will apply appropriate ...

The LaSalle Group

Sensory Scientist

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Serve as the lead for descriptive sensory analysis programs, including panel recruitment, training, calibration, and performance monitoring * Utilize sensory research software to create, launch ...

Lactalis USA

Associate Sensory Scientist

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Coordinate the Sensory Experts Panels on a weekly basis: prepare surveys and samples, set up room for tasting sessions and prepare technical reports using appropriate statistical methods using best ...

Lactalis USA

Associate Sensory Scientist

Buffalo, NY · On-site

Coordinate the Sensory Experts Panels on a weekly basis: prepare surveys and samples, set up room for tasting * sessions and prepare technical reports using appropriate statistical methods using best ...

Lactalis LAG

Associate Sensory Scientist

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Coordinate the Sensory Experts Panels on a weekly basis: prepare surveys and samples, set up room for tasting * sessions and prepare technical reports using appropriate statistical methods using best ...

Pulsejobs

Sensory Manager

Knoxville, TN · On-site

The position also oversees sensory panels, staff, facilities, budgets, and documentation to ensure consistent, high-quality sensory capability and governance company-wide. The successful employee in ...

Sartori

Sensory Scientist III

Plymouth, WI

Trains, manages, and mentors trained sensory panels and junior sensory scientists * Develops and maintains sensory protocols, lexicons, and best practices for dairy products * Provides technical ...

Mentis Systems

Sensory Technician

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

Test Execution • Assist in the setup and execution of internal sensory panels and informal tastings. • Support product preparation and presentation for consumer testing. • Help coordinate ...

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A Sensory Panel job involves evaluating the taste, texture, smell, and appearance of food, beverages, or other products using your senses. Panelists provide feedback to help companies improve product quality, consistency, and consumer appeal. Training is often provided to ensure consistency in evaluations, but no formal experience is usually required. This role is ideal for individuals with keen sensory perception and attention to detail.

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To thrive as a Sensory Panel member, you need a keen sense of taste and smell, attention to detail, and the ability to follow specific testing protocols, often with a background in food science or related fields being advantageous. Training in sensory evaluation methods and familiarity with data recording tools or specialized software are commonly required. Reliability, impartiality, and strong communication skills are important soft skills in this role. These qualities ensure accurate, objective feedback that supports product development and quality assurance in food and beverage industries.

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A typical day for a Sensory Panel member consists of participating in multiple tasting sessions where you evaluate foods, beverages, or other products based on attributes like flavor, texture, aroma, and appearance. Panel members follow structured protocols, record observations, and may participate in discussions or feedback sessions with product developers or researchers. Work is usually conducted in a controlled environment, either individually or as part of a small team, to minimize bias and ensure consistency. You'll frequently collaborate with sensory scientists and quality assurance professionals, making clear communication and attention to detail essential elements of the job.

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Sensory Panel Manager

Sensory Panel Manager

Eurofins

Clark, NJ • On-site

$115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Eurofins rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 105 rated laboratories

Job description

Company Description
Who we are
We are the leading international sensory and consumer research company specializing in food, beverages, cosmetics, personal care, and other consumer products. We have 20 proprietary state-of-the-art facilities across France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, United Kingdom, Morocco, China and the USA, and cover more than 65 countries through our network of approved partners.
SAM provides tailor-made solutions, delivering actionable guidelines to make our clients' brands and products memorable.
SAM is a great place to work
Join SAM to work with the most competent, creative, and fun team in the industry and let your work, opinions and ideas contribute to the future of sensory and consumer research.
Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.
Best in class
Join our very diverse team of sensory scientists, food technologists, statisticians, psychologists, sociologists, strategic thinkers, marketeers, field managers, technicians and other sensory and research experienced colleagues.
We're proud to be part of the Eurofins Group
World-leader in Testing for Life. With about 65 000 employees, Eurofins is a global leader in testing services and over the last 20 years has been one of the fastest growing companies in the world, thanks to its innovation in technology and service.
Job Description
Pay Range: $115k/Yr.
Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with the option to work from home one day per week. Full-Time (Additional hours as needed).
As a Panel Manager, you will be working onsite at our client's R&D facility in Clark, New Jersey. As the first point of contact for our client's R&D team, you will be responsible for panel, project and lab management.
Role & Responsibilities:
1. Sensory Lab & Operational Management
  • Manage daily operations of the sensory laboratory, ensuring readiness, organization, and compliance.
  • Oversee sample handling, preparation, storage, and disposal according to protocols.
  • Define and maintain reference materials for all attributes of interest
  • Schedule quarterly partnership reviews
  • Schedule projects with panel and create session plans, according to priorities from the client
  • Inform the client as soon as possible if there are any issues with the project, products, materials, etc.
  • Ensure timely scheduling and execution of all sensory sessions to meet agreed turnaround times.
  • Present partnership updates and progress to date, including reporting on panel activities, panel performance and other KPIs

2. Panel Management & Performance
  • Lead panel recruitment, onboarding, training, and calibration.
  • Train panel coordinators on the clients ways of working
  • Monitor panel performance using defined indicators (e.g., discrimination ability, repeatability, attendance).
  • Oversee and communicate monthly hours of employment of panel coordinator and panelists to the client, to track budget
  • Point of contact for all panelists (including weekly communication on panel schedule and hours worked)
  • Maintain high levels of panelist engagement and motivation through structured feedback.
  • Address panelist performance or conduct issues in a timely and professional manner.

3. Sensory Study Execution
  • Implement sensory studies according to approved methodologies and research plans.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper study setup and execution.
  • Create annual validation training and reports for each of the product categories
  • Quality check sensory data
  • Run the panel sessions, including training the panel and collecting the data
  • Create online questionnaires using FIZZ
  • Regularly monitor panel performance, notify the client team of any issues regarding performance or variability in the data
  • Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability prior to analysis and reporting.
  • Support interpretation and discussion of results with the client's sensory team as needed.

4. Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, coach, and support Panel Leaders and Technicians.
  • Coordinate daily task allocation and workload management.
  • Support onboarding and training new team members.
  • Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement within the lab team.

5. Continuous Improvement & Sustainability
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality of sensory operations.
  • Contribute to the standardization and optimization of onsite sensory processes.

Qualifications
  • BS in Food Science, Biology, Cosmetic Science, Psychology, Marketing or related field with at least 5 years of industry experience
  • Strong sensory science expertise, including experience in technical product testing, descriptive panel leadership, and sensory training.
  • Solid understanding of sensory testing methodologies and statistics applied to sensory data.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives through high quality sensory insights
  • Strong organizational and project management skills to manage panel dynamics
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage panel dynamics and multiple operational activities simultaneously.
  • Ability to maintain panel objectivity and discipline, and performance consistency
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sensory software such as FIZZ®, Compusense®, or similar tools.
  • Strong Analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to changes in real-time and meet timelines.
  • Confident communicator in English, both spoken and written.
  • Open-minded, easy to connect with and creative mindset.
  • Agile mindset and problem-solving attitude.
  • Willingness and ability to work onsite at the client's facility in Clark, NJ.
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Preferences:
  • Experience working in the cosmetics or personal care industry
  • Completion of the UC Davis Sensory and Consumer Science Certification
  • Demonstrated people-management experience, including coaching, developing, and leading sensory panel teams or technical staff.

Additional Information
Shift: Full-Time (Additional hours as needed).
What we offer:
  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

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Headquarters location

Leacock, PA, US

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