Sensory Lab Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sensory Lab Coordinator
Job Description

The Sensory Lab Coordinator is responsible for organizing, implementing, and maintaining Sensory Lab programs and documentation. This role ensures a safe and efficient workspace for conducting sensory tests and oversees sample management. The coordinator serves as the main contact for Sensory Technicians during test execution and supports continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Implement good laboratory practices and safe behavior, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
• Monitor maintenance programs to ensure sensory equipment and facilities are clean, organized, operational, and properly calibrated.
• Maintain inventory of sensory lab materials and order supplies to ensure operational continuity.
• Create and maintain documentation for sensory lab procedures and best practices.
• Support Sensory Product Experience Manager in evolving sensory lab practices.
• Manage sensory product reception, storage, inventory, and disposal.
• Assist Sensory Specialists with test creation in sensory software and launch IT sessions.
• Coordinate panel instructions with Sensory Specialists and Technicians during sensory studies.
• Assist with sensory training, glossary development, and related activities.
• Coordinate and assist with sensory panel recruitment activities.
• Work with IT to set up equipment for new sensory panelists.
• Prepare monthly reports on resource utilization for services provided to business partners.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience in driving initiatives to successful completion.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• College-level Sensory Science coursework is a plus.
• Sensory lab experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in sensory software is a plus.
• Flexible work hours as required by the business.
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn and share knowledge.

Work Environment

The position involves working in a panel lab and panel testing room equipped with ovens, microwaves, and other kitchen appliances. It offers a great opportunity for growth within the organization.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.75 - $22.75/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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