Sensory Specialist
 

Company: Nestlé Nigeria Plc.

Location:  Flowergate Factory, Sagamu, Ogun state

Position Type: Full-Time
Minimum Educational Qualification: HND / B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or Food Science or related Science Courses

Minimum Relevant Work Experience: Minimum 3 years post NYSC experience in the same field

Position Summary:

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage company in the world. At our very core, we are a human company driven by our purpose to improve the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future. 

Nestlé Nigeria is currently looking to hire a Factory Sensory Specialist, whose responsibilities include to manage sensory activities, staff and facilities in the factory ensuring appropriate sensory implementation in all aspects of quality management.

A day in the life of a Sensory Specialist…

Implements the sensory programme for the factory: 

• Ensures that sensory evaluation for raw materials, semi-finished products and finished products in the for the factory i.e. at the sensory laboratory and inline laboratory are in alignment with the current standards or guidelines.
• Ensure that all relevant and current product and packaging specifications for raw materials, semi-finished products and finished products are available during tasting sessions.
• Provide a monthly report on sensory activities at the inline laboratories across the factory and share the report with QA Manager.
• Conduct quarterly keeping quality tests for all products category and communicate the report to the QA CWAR office and other relevant parties such as AG and Packaging department when necessary.
• Manages both consumer and trade complaints for all factory product category from reception of complaint, through investigation to providing feedback to CES.
• Communicate the trend of complaint.
• Organize monthly alignment meeting with CES team on total number of complaints registered.

Ensure panelists performance are monitored: 

• Frequently carrying out spike test.
• Prepare and share the report of panelist performance to the panelists.
• Keep the panelist motivated.

Organizes the recruitment and maintenance of the factory sensory panel(s): 

• Screening of new panelists.
• Training of new panelist based on product category and product specifications.
• Training of existing panelist on newly introduced products.

Provide support for other functions such as Application Group and Packaging:

• Organize triangle and profiling test and share the report in decision making.
• Organize test for packaging trial and provide the report to support in decision making.
• Manage market scenario samples and share the report. 

What Will Make You Successful?

• HND / B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related Science Courses.
• Minimum 3 years post NYSC experience in the same field
• Basic scientific and statistical knowledge
• Demonstrated competence in a similar field.
• Working knowledge of sensory methodologies (i.e. different testing and test for QA)
• Working knowledge of computers; ideally, knowledge of dedicated software for sensory data acquisition.

We Offer:

• Interesting and challenging work in an international company – a branch of worldwide and well recognized FMCG concern
• Possibility to work in a dynamic team of professionals and leaders
• Possibility to work with challenging projects and responsible tasks
• Atmosphere full of respect, professionalism, and excitement
• Possibility of development & career advancement

How do I apply?

If you find the challenge exciting and match up, we have a great culture that will make you feel welcomed and valued from day one.

Apply by clicking on the “Apply now” button, follow the steps and attach a copy of your CV.

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please do not delay in submitting your application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
 

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company in the world. We are 308,000 employees strong, driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. We have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

“Nestlé is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law”.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.