Production Sensory Scientist I

Production Sensory Scientist I

We are currently hiring a Production Sensory Scientist I in Cincinnati, OH.

The Sensory Technologist will coordinate and execute all sensory panel functions at the Boston locations primarily focused on R & D Sensory panel support. This person will help to identify trends in beer and mixed-beverages, guide new Product Development with organoleptic insights, and build added strength to reporting consumer data. Scientific focus, prioritization and project management skills are essential.

What You'll Brew:

Product Development
Analyze and interpret sensory data, including generating statistical results and graphs for completed sensory data
Promotes high product quality sensorial achievements within a professional work environment
Special analysis request and projects per Sensory Manager or other Senior leaders Assist in the development of, or revisions to, SOP’s and testing methods
Conduct and assist in consumer testing – utilizing Sensory methods, Sensory tools, like Compusense, and statistical evaluation to report results that help to guide R&D projects
Coordinate between Sensory teams the validation and smooth transition of products from R&D to Production– including creating profiles and a training program to improve transition to the Breweries
Must have excellent communication skills including ability to write concise, informative reports and verbally present complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to listen and identify project objective and influence research plan
Panel Building and Sensory QA
Assure highest sensory quality of our product
Panel assessment, track panelist performance and attendance, and provide performance feedback , Screen new panelists and employees for taste and odor acuity, Prepare screeners, consent forms, instructional sheets and scoresheets, Maintain panelist database by adding new panelists
Recruitment of internal and external panelists. Recruit, schedule, train and validate new panelists at both Boston Brewery and Design Center
Conduct regular events and tests to refresh current panelists on profiles and introduce new products
Develop focused Sensory panels – including Hop Profiling, IPA , Tea aging, Cider profiling
Descriptive Panels, and more as needed
Conduct the assessment and validation products created at the Boston Brewery, including mix blend, nano and 10 bbl samples
Other Responsibilities
Making presentations on sensory evaluation to professional organizations and/or continuing education programs/seminars
Staying current with literature and information about sensory evaluation
Working Conditions: There is frequent exposure production environments:
Subject to loud and constant noise
Non-environmentally conditioned spaces which may lead to extreme hot and cold
Operating environment is complex and densely populated with production equipment and forklifts that necessitates high situational awareness
Work overtime as needed which may require 12-hour days, weekends, and holidays
Travel up to 10%
What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in related discipline
Minimum of 2 years experience in sensory analysis
Proficiency in statistical analysis (xlstat a plus)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. Report writing and good communication skills are required
Proven success multi-tasking in a fast paced environment
High degree of ownership and professional commitment
All production roles are required to pass a pre-employment physical exam to comply with their specific role requirement(s)

Certain roles may require the use of a respirator and passing the associated fit test
Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly
Regular walking and standing for long periods of time (up to 11 hours a day) on concrete, metal and grated surfaces
Responsibilities may require crouching, stepping over, crawling under, bending, twisting, climbing and reaching above head and shoulders repeatedly throughout the day
Responsibilities may require climbing flights of stairs, working from heights or on elevated platforms
Ability to wear assigned PPE (safety shoes, gloves, facemask, hearing protection and hard hat)
Established dexterity so you can handle materials, operate equipment and interface with computer systems with precision
Some roles (e.g., forklift operator) may be required to sit for a prolonged period of time and have strong peripheral vision and depth perception
Preferred Qualifications:

Master Degree in related discipline
Manufacturing experience
Brewing or alcohol industry
Level: 7

In accordance with pay transparency laws the salary range for this role if hired is $45,900 – $93,600 annually based on location and the experience level of the candidate. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance. Certain sales positions are also eligible for car allowance.  

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important “ingredient.” We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

Tuition reimbursement
Fertility/adoption support
Free financial coaching
Health & wellness program and discounts
Professional development & training
Free beer!
*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.