Welcome to the Home of Food at Nestlé! With 220 experts at Nestlé Product Technology Centre Food (NPTC Food) we are responsible for the innovation and renovation of culinary products. Every day we embody the entrepreneurial mindset and transform science into technologies. The aim: Deliver tasty and balanced meals with the highest freshness perception and convenience. Within Nestlés worldwide research and development network we are centrally seated in Singen, Germany. So are you ready to join our international team?

Most important facts at a glance:         
Location: Singen, Germany 
Department: Research and Deveoplment
Working: fulltime / part-time 
Contract: unlimited
Start: Immediate
 

A day in a life of a Sensory Technician

• As a Sensory Technician (m/f/d), you play a vital role in the coordination, organization, and maintenance of our dynamic Sensory Lab. You will be responsible for overseeing and assisting expert sensory panel sessions  and other sensory activities .
• Your meticulous attention to detail ensures that the Sensory Lab adheres to the highest standards of cleanliness and complies with all relevant Nestlé guidelines and required documentation.
• You will take ownership of maintaining the inventory of Sensory Lab materials and supplies, ensuring that we always have the necessary resources for our sensory evaluations.
• Your expertise extends to assisting Panel Leaders in creating sensory tests using specialized software and facilitating IT sensory sessions, contributing to the smooth functioning of our sensory evaluation processes.
• In collaboration with our Consumer Sensory Product Experience Specialist and Sensory Specialist, you will actively support in sensory training, sensory glossary development, panelist screening, and other sensory-related activities as needed. You will contribute to shaping the sensory experience for our products.
   

What will make you successful

• After your studies, you have gained  relevant work experience in kitchen assistance activities. 
• Experience in laboratories is preferred, either in a classroom or work environment.
• You have already demonstrated strong organizational skills combined with your ability to work well in a team environment. 
• Also, you feel comfortable using MS Office programs including Excel, Word PowerPoint and Outlook.
• In addition, you are fluent in German – English is a plus.

What you need to know

• Company pension fund: Our Nestlé Pension Fund has been advising our employees for many years.
• 30 days of vacation: Breaks and time off are important. That's why all Nestlé employees have more vacation days than required by law.  
• 38 hours week
• Development: With our annual development meetings with your manager, we find out where your professional journey can go.
• In good hands: To help you settle in quickly and learn everything you need to know right from the start, we'll create an individual onboarding plan for you.
• Delicious food: You can take a relaxed lunch break in our cafeteria together with your colleagues and enjoy a good meal.

Ready for the next steps?

Please apply online - don't forget to indicate the earliest possible starting date and attach all relevant documents. Your contact person for this position is Laura Rabe von Pappenheim.

Become part of something big 
Nestlé offers endless possibilities for you. We are a leader in nutrition, health and wellness with our brands that are loved around the world. A real opportunity to positively impact the lives of millions. From breakfast to dinner, from medical nutrition to healthy snacks for four-legged friends, from sustainable farming to eco-friendly packaging. So much is already here, now make it even better. In a team of diverse characters learning with and from each other - be a force for good.