Sensory Lab Technician-Contract

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•St. Louis, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sensory and Product Experience and Applications Technician will support both the Sensory and Product Experience function and the Technical Applications Group - Litter at Nestlé Purina R&D. This is a hands-on position involving sample collection and preparation, sensory test setup, basic physical testing, and maintaining work areas across consumer, sensory, and analytical environments. This position is reported to the Sensory and Product Experience Manager. This role requires good communication skills, the ability to follow detailed protocols, and comfort working with pet food, including cat litter and soiled samples. The Technician will interact with consumers and employees from different teams and must be comfortable working in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Person needs to be onsite Monday- Friday
Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance.
Reliable and consistent transportation for occasional off-site testing (approximately 6 miles from St. Louis office).
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods as needed.
Must be comfortable working with pet care products, including soiled litter and pet food samples.
Must be comfortable interacting professionally with a variety of people, including consumers participating in studies and employees from different teams.
Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Occasional additional hours may be available through the Technical Applications Group if interested.

Responsibilities

Prepare pet food, litter, and soiled litter samples for consumer and sensory testing according to study protocols.
Record, label, and store incoming product samples appropriately.
Prepare sample cups and serving supplies for sensory panels and consumer studies.
Serve sensory panels, following detailed serving instructions.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including storage areas.
Comply with standard operating procedures (SOPs), methods, and policies.
Assist in packaging and shipping products for external tests or clients.
Support external consumer study preparation and execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct physical preparation and analysis of material samples
Apply appropriate sample reduction techniques to ensure representative test portions.
Assist with litter sample preparation for sensory and consumer testing under guidance.
Maintain accurate records of sample handling and processing.