Part Time Food Lab Assistant

Initial 7-month temporary role with potential for extension based on business needs.

Schedule

There are 40 weeks per year that the Food Lab Assistant is needed onsite with this set schedule:

• Monday: 8:45 AM to 1:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (some flexibility with start time)
• Thursday: 8:45 AM to 1:00 PM
• Friday: 8:45 AM to 1:00 PM

Hours/days subject to change based on the onsite panel's schedule. Additional workdays may be required 4 to 6 times per year. Advance notice will be provided.

About Curion

Curion specializes in delivering impactful insights to the world’s top CPG companies, helping them develop winning, repeatedly purchased products. With over five decades of experience in the product testing industry, Curion is dedicated to guiding clients with their proprietary XP Xperience Performance platform, connecting brands to consumers at every step. An innovator in the industry, Curion recently developed the Curion Score™, a groundbreaking benchmarking product testing method. As one of the largest product and consumer insights companies in the U.S., Curion’s commitment to innovation and expertise makes it a valuable partner for companies looking to develop and launch successful products.

Core values: Integrity, Resiliency, Accountability, Curiosity, and Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sensory references using established written procedures.
• Set up, maintain, and clean testing rooms for QDA panels, discrimination tests, and consumer research studies.
• Prepare, portion, and label samples for sensory evaluation, including mixing protein powder products when required.
• Serve samples and assist participants during Central Location Tests (CLTs).
• Maintain inventory and organization within the sensory preparation area.
• Support the smooth execution of sensory testing activities and adhere to food safety and lab standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing schedules and testing needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work safely in a food-grade laboratory environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a diverse team.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Able to walk within facility for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds on occasion

Pay

For positions located in Emeryville, we offer a starting pay rate range of $21.00-$23.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. This is a non-exempt position subject to overtime compensation.

Benefits

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in any company benefit plans, although you will receive California Sick Leave.