Sensory Panelist

Job Title: Sensory Panelist Job Description
We are seeking dependable part-time Sensory Panelists to join our Sensory Panel. In this role, you will evaluate food and beverage products and provide accurate and consistent feedback on their appearance, aroma, flavor, taste, texture, and mouthfeel.
Responsibilities
- Participate in sensory training and calibration sessions.
- Evaluate products using established sensory testing methods.
- Provide objective, consistent, and unbiased feedback.
- Enter responses accurately using electronic systems.
- Follow all safety, quality, confidentiality, and site requirements.
- Work professionally with other panelists and Sensory team members.
- Support tasks as needed such as labeling tasting cups and setting tasting trays.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability for onboarding training and the regular panel schedule.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Basic computer skills.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.
- Ability to safely taste and evaluate a variety of food and beverage products.
- Willingness to complete the sensory acuity screening and interview process.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Reliable and punctual.
- Comfortable participating in group discussions.
- Open to training and feedback.
- Interested in food and beverage products.
Work Environment
The schedule includes onboarding training on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and a regular schedule on Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The work involves collaboration with a team of sensory professionals in a controlled environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Arlington, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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