RO Lab Sensory Assistant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Item     % of Time       Job Function

1          90                    Sample Collection & Preparation, Analytical Laboratory and Organoleptic Testing;

            60                    Proper NTSS dilution of sensory samples

            15                    Coordinate sensory panel

            10                    Data collection and distribution

            5                      Proper sanitation of area before and after

2          5                      Calibration, Maintenance & Troubleshooting as necessary.

3          5                      Other duties as directed by the Quality Management.

Total    100

POSITION DIMENSIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Internal Contacts:

Direct contact with all Plant Management staff, Procurement and RO.

External Contacts:

Be diplomatic and clear as a Customer and Supplier liaison when required by Management.

Education Level and Focus:

Minimum high school diploma. Some college courses in a science field preferred.

Years and Type of Related Experience Required:

Preferably one year food processing quality lab experience

Skills and Abilities:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.  Possess the ability to convey technical applications to non-technical personnel.

Technical and Analytical:      

Must have excellent organizational and computer skills.  Requires great attention to detail.

Administrative and Operations:

Reliable and punctual with reports and presentations.  Possess good safety habits.

Physical Demands

Mix of office and laboratory work.  Must be able to work extended hours on occasion.

Work Environment: 

Some chemical fumes, good lighting, hot/cold and humid temperature, high noise levels, wet floors