QC Sensory Analyst (12 Months FTC)

Job Description:

About the job

The QC Sensory Analyst is responsible for the control, organisation, and planning of the sensory panel testing.

Main responsibilities & KPIs
* Maintaining KPIs within the sensory lab (lead times, number of tests required etc.)
* Testing powder samples for sensory attributes (taste, smell, visual characteristics).
* Handling of results, inputting data into LIMS, and control of all associated documentation
* Organising the sensory area, samples, and documentation
* Updating documentation to align with current standards and requirements (Danone, ISO)
* Continuous improvement projects focusing on GLP and lead time reduction
* Compliance and enforcement of health and safety standards
* Investigating non-conformances and raising CARs
* Performing 'Customer Experience Checks'
* Physical property testing (reconstitution, NIR, IDDSI flow test, scoop weight etc.)
* Anticipate and resolve issues
* Assist the lab administration team when required
* Reporting external testing results into LIMS
* The role is assessed against the QC objectivesExposure to multiple teams makes the role highly transversal within the quality function
* Balancing the area priorities with personal targets and projects
* Ability to develop strong relations with internal and external stakeholders
* Opportunities to expand the role to include sensory analysis
* Day-to-day ownership of an area
* Exposure to multiple aspects of QC (testing, GLP implementation, change management)
* Direct impact and ownership of sensory KPIs
* Opportunity to directly contribute to the growth and development of a team

Education & professional experience
 
* Fluent in written and spoken English
* Capable of working on multiple priorities
* Highly organised and motivated
* Understanding of sensory analysis highly desirable
Technical skills
* Accustomed with physical processing of food ingredients, especially dry powder
* Good analytical and technical capabilities
* Presentation skills
* Problem solving skills
* PC literate and comfortable using Microsoft office and LIMS
Mangerial competencies & personal skills:
 
* Committed
* Set the example for others in your area
* Commit to create breakthrough results
* Open:
* Good listener
* Ability to give and receive open and constructive feedback
* Proximity to all levels and functions
* Willing to share ideas
* Inquisitive
* Good networker and collaborator with other functions & sites
* Doer
* Delivering on promises
* Taking responsibility take initiatives and measured risks
* Decision making
* Agile and pragmatic
* Complex problem solving
* Big picture thinking
* Managing complexity
* Empowered 
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* Empowering self and team
* Coaching and development of people
* Coach-able and willingness to learn and develop" descriptionHeader="
The QC Sensory Analyst is responsible for the control, organisation, and planning of the sensory panel testing.
 
Main responsibilities & KPIs
* Maintaining KPIs within the sensory lab (lead times, number of tests required etc.)
* Testing powder samples for sensory attributes (taste, smell, visual characteristics).
* Handling of results, inputting data into LIMS, and control of all associated documentation
* Organising the sensory area, samples, and documentation
* Updating documentation to align with current standards and requirements (Danone, ISO)
* Continuous improvement projects focusing on GLP and lead time reduction
* Compliance and enforcement of health and safety standards
* Investigating non-conformances and raising CARs
* Performing ‘Customer Experience Checks’
* Physical property testing (reconstitution, NIR, IDDSI flow test, scoop weight etc.)
* Anticipate and resolve issues
* Assist the lab administration team when required
* Reporting external testing results into LIMS
* The role is assessed against the QC objectivesExposure to multiple teams makes the role highly transversal within the quality function
* Balancing the area priorities with personal targets and projects
* Ability to develop strong relations with internal and external stakeholders
* Opportunities to expand the role to include sensory analysis
* Day-to-day ownership of an area
* Exposure to multiple aspects of QC (testing, GLP implementation, change management)
* Direct impact and ownership of sensory KPIs
* Opportunity to directly contribute to the growth and development of a team" jobDuration="12 Months" workFromHome="On-site