LAB TECH - Sensory

McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in flavor, is seeking a Lab Tech - 1st shift. This individual will work at the Atlanta Plant located in Atlanta, GA.　

With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality, science, innovation and service. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick.  McCormick makes every moment and meal better™

As a company recognized for exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays and vacations.

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Sensory Lab Technician. This new hire will work at McCormick Atlanta Plant, located at in Atlanta, GA. The Sensory Lab Technician will report to a Quality Team Manager. McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 13,000 employees worldwide. As a Fortune 500 company with over $5 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand." As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the general direction of the Quality Team Manager the qualified candidate will be responsible for performing sensory testing for quality control of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. Participates in investigations and studies to determine cause, effect and corrective actions required to resolve deviation from quality standards. routine sampling and inspection of material. The employee will adhere to safety procedures, ensure a safe work environment, meet and/or exceed product quality expectations, and assist in achieving process reliability goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support all sensory testing including test set up requirements and sample preparation.

• Support the analysis & interpretation of data, updating data trackers & providing data summaries as required.

• Own the Shelf Life program.

• Support the Sensory screening program and manage set up and execution of internal and external employee/panel screening.

• Support Sensory & Consumer Insights activities as required.

• Manage the hygiene requirements and maintenance of laboratory environment.

• Work closely with the Sensory Scientist/Product Development to manage for any ad hoc sensory related activities.

• Manage sample storage as well as laboratory supplies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS diploma of GED • A background in Food Science, Sensory/Consumer Science, or related discipline

• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience (manufacturing experience is acceptable). 

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). 

• Knowledge of PC software and data entry experience

• Ability to work well under pressure, while maintaining multiple priorities; able to work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and oral communication skills 

• Color Vision (ability to detect color) required. This is due to the need to compare color difference in product on daily basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year college degree in science (food science, chemistry etc.) or a 2-year science diploma and 2 years relevant technical experience or Five years relevant technical experience.

• Experience working in food manufacturing.

• Working knowledge of statistics preferred.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.