What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sensory Evaluator I position at IFF?
Job Summary
Guide perfumers with developing, evaluating, and adjusting both new and existing fragrances. Develop and evaluate fragrances that meet organization standards and customer needs. Analyze current fragrance trends and evaluates products of competitors. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to assess consumer preferences and customer requirements. Maintain full awareness and comply with regulations associated with fragrance development.
Job Description
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Title: Sensory Evaluator I
Supervisor/Manager: The position reports to the QC Supervisor
Cost Center Name and #: QC 10297
% Travel required: <1%
Location: Carrollton
Date: 8/11/2025
Summary: Briefly state the primary purpose of this position.
Performs sensory evaluations of raw materials, intermediate and finished products, making pass/fail decisions while working independently and on a team with other Sensory Evaluators.
Key Responsibilities: The critical responsibilities for this position. Any responsibilities which are less than 5% of the job are not included.
Evaluates product, raw materials and finished goods, according to specified taste methods and determines acceptability (50%)
Manages, prepares, and administers one or more structured customer specific sensory programs. Communicate results and work together with Creative team (15%)
Operates, maintains, and organizes sensory programs and data (10%)
Maintain retain and Gold Standard libraries (10%)
Assist in the investigation of root cause as issues arise (5%)
Perform Analytical testing as needed (5%)
Customer communication for Shelf Life and Recertifications. (5%)
Key competencies. Refer to Quality Career Ladder.
Degree in Chemistry/Biology/Food Science or related field with 1-3 years of previous experience in the food industry. Technical degree and/or experience is a sufficient replacement for educational degree.
Skills & Ability
Must be able to taste and smell a variety of products.
The employee will have a desk to perform data analysis, statistical reviews, and other types of correspondences. The sensory evaluations will be conducted in a lab, tasting up to 250-300 samples per day. Panels will be conducted in a room with tasing booths, with the preparations being done in a lab.
No dietary restrictions or allergies.
General physical demands – lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling – 25kg:50kg.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
Guide perfumers with developing, evaluating, and adjusting both new and existing fragrances. Develop and evaluate fragrances that meet organization standards and customer needs. Analyze current fragrance trends and evaluates products of competitors. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to assess consumer preferences and customer requirements. Maintain full awareness and comply with regulations associated with fragrance development.
Job Description
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Title: Sensory Evaluator I
Supervisor/Manager: The position reports to the QC Supervisor
Cost Center Name and #: QC 10297
% Travel required: <1%
Location: Carrollton
Date: 8/11/2025
Summary: Briefly state the primary purpose of this position.
Performs sensory evaluations of raw materials, intermediate and finished products, making pass/fail decisions while working independently and on a team with other Sensory Evaluators.
Key Responsibilities: The critical responsibilities for this position. Any responsibilities which are less than 5% of the job are not included.
Evaluates product, raw materials and finished goods, according to specified taste methods and determines acceptability (50%)
Manages, prepares, and administers one or more structured customer specific sensory programs. Communicate results and work together with Creative team (15%)
Operates, maintains, and organizes sensory programs and data (10%)
Maintain retain and Gold Standard libraries (10%)
Assist in the investigation of root cause as issues arise (5%)
Perform Analytical testing as needed (5%)
Customer communication for Shelf Life and Recertifications. (5%)
Key competencies. Refer to Quality Career Ladder.
- Technical knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Detail Orientation
- Results Orientation
- Interpersonal Skills/Communication/Customer focus
- Time management/Timely decision making
- Planning
Degree in Chemistry/Biology/Food Science or related field with 1-3 years of previous experience in the food industry. Technical degree and/or experience is a sufficient replacement for educational degree.
Skills & Ability
- English fluency
- Ability to describe accurately sensory characteristics
- Computer skills (SAP, Microsoft Office, etc.)
- Ability to troubleshoot and investigate sensory differences.
- Ability to enter OOS results in SAP and enter nonconformance notifications.
- Ability to communicate and advise sensory findings to affiliated groups within the company.
- Decision making based on test results.
- Direct Manager/Supervisor
- Analytical and Micro Lab Team Members
- Sensory Evaluators
- Production Team Members
Must be able to taste and smell a variety of products.
The employee will have a desk to perform data analysis, statistical reviews, and other types of correspondences. The sensory evaluations will be conducted in a lab, tasting up to 250-300 samples per day. Panels will be conducted in a room with tasing booths, with the preparations being done in a lab.
No dietary restrictions or allergies.
General physical demands – lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling – 25kg:50kg.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more