• Managed, trained, and maintained highly trained taste testers in several areas of the food ingredient industry. This data was used to create high value reports for customer needs or complaints, as well as help drive and market company products.• Analyzed descriptive panelist data and provided top line results to sensory scientists, product developers, and quality assurance specialists.• Developed and executed all descriptive sensory test designs.• Facilitated focused discussions for product descriptive sensory testing using a large and diverse trained panel.• Tracked panelist performance and provided feedback and additional training as required.

• Worked with chefs and production team in development of products from prototype to mass production using Genesis program.• Managed shipping samples to clients and recorded information.• Supplied technical support for functional food ingredients.• Created and managed in-house sensory analysis program.