Shelf and Panel Technician

Job Title-Shelf Life and Panel Technician
Location: Solon, OH
Duration: 6+ Month Contract
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

Position Summary:

The Shelf Life & Panel Technician will support shelf-life studies, sensory panel coordination, and product development activities. This role involves managing product inventory, coordinating panel schedules, maintaining documentation, preparing samples, and supporting technical and taste panel operations.

• Design, execute, and document shelf-life studies.
• Coordinate technical and sensory panel schedules.
• Prepare, organize, and manage product samples and inventory.
• Maintain panel rooms, kitchens, and storage areas.
• Support product development, cooking validations, and off-site panels.
• Track, analyze, and report panel performance metrics.
• Ensure confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Utilize Client systems

• Food Manufacturing / Food Handling Experience (5+ years)
• Shelf-Life Testing & Sensory Panel Coordination
• Inventory Management
• Data Analysis (Pivot Tables, Graphs, KPI Reporting)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Analytical Instrument Usage
• Documentation & Report Preparation
• Product Development Support
• Strong Organizational & Communication Skills
• Flexible First Shift Availability

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Baking, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing, culinary, or food handling environments.