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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Posted 38d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead sensory research to ensure product quality, consistency, and shelf-life performance through statistically robust studies and benchmarking. Partner with cross-functional teams to translate sensory data into actionable insights for process control and brand protection.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Food or Sensory Science (PhD preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in sensory and consumer research, ideally in dairy. Proficiency in statistical analysis software and experience managing trained sensory panels are essential.
Full job description
SUMMARY
The Sensory Scientist III leads sensory research focused on ensuring the sensory quality, consistency, and shelf-life performance of all Sartori products. This role designs and executes sensory shelf-life studies, defect identification and root-cause investigations, and competitive quality benchmarking to support product integrity and continuous improvement. The Sensory Scientist partners closely with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales to translate sensory data into actionable insights related to process control, ingredient variability, packaging, and storage conditions. In addition, this role establishes and maintains best-in-class sensory standards, trains and mentors panelists, and advances sensory tools and methodologies that proactively identify risks and protect brand quality over product life.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following with other duties assigned as needed.
Designs and leads statistically robust sensory studies, including sensory shelf-life, defect characterization, and quality benchmarking
Analyzes and interprets sensory and consumer data using appropriate statistical methods and translate findings into clear, actionable insights
Identifies, characterizes, and supports root-cause analysis of sensory defects related to processing, ingredients, packaging, and storage
Conducts internal and competitive quality benchmarking to establish and maintain sensory standards
Partners with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales to translate sensory data into actionable recommendations
Trains, manages, and mentors trained sensory panels and junior sensory scientists
Develops and maintains sensory protocols, lexicons, and best practices for dairy products
Provides technical support through researching and presenting findings regarding customer requests/challenges related to sensory.
Complies with company safety, HACCP, and GMP policies during plant trials and other plant activities.
Delivers against set R&D and Sartori company metrics and initiatives.
Maintains confidentiality as it relates to internal and customers’ proprietary formulas, ingredients, and projects.
DIRECT REPORTS This role will lead panelists and interns initially but will have no full-time direct reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Food Science or Sensory Science required; PhD preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degrees.
5+ years of experience in sensory and consumer research, preferably in dairy or food manufacturing required.
Proficiency with sensory and statistical analysis software (e.g., Compusense, XLSTAT, JMP, R, or equivalent) required.
Experience working with trained sensory panels and quality-focused sensory programs required.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Alignment with Company Values: Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture. Sartori’s core values are family, commitment, authenticity, ingenuity, integrity, and humility.
Organizational and Time Management Skills - Ability to manage and navigate priorities while meeting deadlines, anticipating needs, and proactively resolving issues
Collaborative – partners with team members to realize better results and make a positive impact; engages stakeholders to gather diverse perspectives and foster shared understanding.
Accuracy – Ensures precision and attention to detail in all tasks, maintaining high standards for data integrity, documentation, and work output. Consistently produces error-free work and carefully reviews information to prevent mistakes.
Communicates effectively – Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate thoughts and express ideas to any audience and actively listen to understand.
Learning agility & intellectual curiosity - Ability to quickly adapt to new challenges, acquire new skills, and apply knowledge in evolving environments. Proactively seeks opportunities to expand expertise, explore innovative solutions, and stay informed of industry trends and best practices.
Decision quality – Makes sound and timely decisions, using a mixture of analysis of information, experience, and judgement, weighs risks and benefits.
Resilience – remains composed and effective under pressure, maintaining focus and productivity in evolving environments; recovers quickly from setbacks and persists in the face of challenges.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WORK LOCATION
This is an onsite position located at our Pleasant View corporate office in Plymouth, WI.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (estimated 10%). A valid driver’s license is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK SETTING / ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Team Members assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Sartori Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational and business needs as necessary.
A great team of people working towards making the Best Cheese in the World.
Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1939
Headquarters
Plymouth, Wisconsin
LinkedIn followers
10,418
Total funding
$200K
Sartori Company is an industry pioneer in premium specialty cheese. We specialize in making and selling world award-winning cheese to the finest retailers, restaurants, and food manufacturers in the US and the world. We’re proud that Sartori is a fourth-generation family owned and operated company in the great American tradition.
When you come to work at Sartori, you don’t just join a company, you join an extended family. We know it takes world-class talent to make the best cheese in the world. So we focus on attracting the very best people up front, and then we emphasize education, training and promoting from within. This creates a stimulating environment for growth and upward mobility. That’s why we function as a career destination, not just a stop along the road.
Offices: 107 N Pleasant View Rd, Plymouth, Wisconsin 53073, US
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