Sensory Production Co-op at Sam Adams Cincinnati Brewery

Overview

We are currently hiring a Sensory Production Co-op at the Sam Adams Brewery Cincinnati Brewery for the Co-op cycle of July 2026-December 2026.

The Sensory Technician will be responsible for supporting daily functions for a high performing sensory lab. This includes but not limited to maintaining sensory area and equipment within the sensory lab and executing sensory panels on a daily basis. They will support in the collection of information used to protect the sensory profiles of high-quality products and to ensure profile consistency across different production locations.

This person will perform testing based on established sensory practices to obtain accurate results. Organization, task prioritization, and adhering to timelines will be essential.

• Assure highest sensory quality of our products by monitoring the sensory characteristics of the brands at various processing stages.
• Manage all sensory evaluation of products and communication of sensory panel information to key stakeholders.
• Prepare samples using good overall lab practices, and documentation at each step.
• Maintain Sensory Lab inventory.
• Set up evaluation room for testing; including delivery and pickup of individual samples, sample preparation, and execution of panels.
• Track samples as they are moved through testing. Ensure communication with other groups regarding sample arrivals as well as sensory test schedules and samples still needed to complete sensory sessions.
• Analyze test results and ensure ratings and technical reports with product descriptions and key points are delivered accurately and within established deadlines.
• Have the ability to complete basic analysis and interpretation of test results.
• Must have excellent communication skills. This may be either in the form of verbal or electronic communication (including sensory results).
• Ability to perform quality work under time constraints.
• Maintain records for quality tracking purposes.
• Promote high product quality sensorial methods within a professional work environment.
• Conduct and assist in discrimination testing – utilizing sensory methods, sensory tools (e.g. Compusense), and statistical evaluation to better guide production locations.

• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds (1 case of beer).
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8 hour workday).
• Must be Age 21+.
• Flexible working hours (night or weekends) as needed.

Preferred:

• Degree in Sensory Science, Food Science, Statistics, Psychology or another related field
• 1 years of experience in sensory analysis
• Experience in sensory lab, sample prep

Required:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
• Proven success multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of ownership and professional commitment

Desired:

• Experience in manufacturing environment

Level: 10IC

In accordance with pay transparency laws the pay rate for this role if hired is $ per hour. However, it’s important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location.