Job Responsibilities:
Set-up and lead the Sensory Laboratory Operation including training of expert panellists, planning and conducting sensory tests.
Support sensory lab installation.
Process statistical data including interpretation of the results.
Discuss sensory analysis techniques and resulting data with clients.
Assist in new product development and improvement of existing products.
Prepare food samples for sensory evaluation.
Prepare test reports after each test, including pH, TTA, volumetric, texture analysis, shelf life, etc.
Ensure that assigned tests are performed in a timely manner in accordance with corporate procedures.
Provide accurate feedback on the significance of test results.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments in good working condition and ensure proper housekeeping of the test/sensory laboratory.
Manage incoming and outgoing samples when required.
Perform ad-hoc duties assigned by the superior.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and demonstrated interest in sensory research.
At least a few years of experience in the Food Industry.
Ability to explain complex/technical concepts to other staff members.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques or baking bases; knowledge of the bread-baking process (raw materials, manufacturing processes, applications) in the APAC Region.
Experience in product development, improving existing products, and creating new products, ideally around Food Ingredients.
Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and interpersonal.
Client service-oriented, motivated for hands-on trials.
Ability to lead trained panels and manage employee taste testing events.
Rigor, dexterity, curiosity, self-critical and self-criticism, ability to work in teams on transversal projects, strong sense of confidentiality.
Summarizing and reporting capacity.
Aptitude for mathematics and statistics is required.
Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken).
IT savvy.
Company Description:
Lesaffre's presence in Asia Pacific has been established for decades. With the Asia Pacific regional headquarters based in Singapore, we aim to serve our customers in this region with better engagement and service. Proximity to our customers is one of our core missions. This ensures Lesaffre is able to work with local bakers to create regional specialties and anticipate trends.
Lesaffre is opening a position forSenior Food Technologist – Sensory and Ingredients NPD . This position will report to the Baking Center Manager, APA.
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