Quality & Sensory Assessment Specialist - Sprouts Brand

This role will help execution of Sprouts Brand (SB) Quality management to drive SB quality perception. Assist in creating and delivering an in depth sensory and quality assessment program for all SB products, including those items on shelf, in development and those with any complaints. Will be part of the team assessing quality of all non-perishable SB items and working in partnership with the Sprouts Culinary team for Fresh item quality assessment.

This role will set up and assist in the management of quality and sensory panels and will ensure the efficient operation of the Sensory Kitchen and associated Presentation room facilities, including set up, operation and clean down of sensory kitchen area. Assist in creation of quality specifications for Sprouts Brand products.

This role may at times be involved with assisting maintaining product packaging & labeling consistency.

• Support the efficient operation of the Sensory Kitchen and Presentation room – ensuring equipment and facilities are kept clean, operational and organized.
• Set up, and as relevant lead the execution of sensory and quality panels
• Preparation of food and beverage samples and products being assessed
• Testing preparation and cooking instructions for food and beverages including testing recipes for ingredients e.g. baking a cake using SB flour
• Collaborate in designing appropriate quality & sensory tests relevant to the products.
• Set up and create sensory tests using cloud based sensory software. Make appropriate recommendations based on analysis
• Perform data statistical analysis and write reports as needed.
• Maintain records of panel attendance and administer panel information.
• Actively participate in panels helping to guide teams in sensory best tasting practices and provide actionable feedback
• Maintain materials for the Sensory kitchen and panels including regular inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Organize storage of samples and product submissions, ensuring adherence to correct storage conditions and shelf life.
• Coordinate organization and scheduling of all sensory activities
• Shop for any samples and items as required for panels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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• BS in food science, sensory evaluation, sensory science, consumer science, marketing research, nutrition highly preferred with 1-3 years applied sensory experience.
• Working knowledge of computers and of dedicated software for sensory evaluation (e.g., Red Jade)
• Working knowledge of discrimination, descriptive and Quality Assurance sensory methods
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and interpretation of sensory tests

• Product knowledge of grocery industry
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information, communicate with all levels of management and work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines
• Thorough understanding Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Detail orientated
• Must be fluent in oral and written English and be able to report and understand scientific data.

• Consumer Centric

• Analytical and reasoning skills
• Must be able to conduct analyses of data and identify trends

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:

• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don’t have to wait for payday to access the money you’ve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you’ve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

 You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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