Technician Sensory (CPT)

Please Note: This is a continuous part-time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Work schedules may vary based on project needs, testing schedules, and business priorities. Prepare and execute sensory testing projects, including sample preparation, ballot programming, test setup, and test execution across Technical Center and 19 East facilities. Support descriptive analysis, consensus profiling, progressive profiling, discrimination testing, and routine product approval testing. Coordinate project schedules and maintain testing calendars to ensure project timelines are met. Receive, store, track, and manage sensory project samples across various temperature-controlled environments. Maintain sensory laboratories, storage areas, equipment, supplies, references, and inventories. Conduct online and in-store shopping for testing supplies, references, and panel support materials. Support consumer testing activities through sample preparation, packaging, and shipping. Assist with onboarding and training activities for panelists, employees, and external suppliers. Collaborate with sensory professionals, product development teams, lab operations, facilities teams, and employees across the organization. Minimum Education & Requirements Experience: No prior professional experience required. Experience in a laboratory, food manufacturing, food service, retail, or consumer packaged goods environment preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills. Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with diverse teams. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to bend, climb step stools or ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds. Valid driver's license required.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred. ServSafe certification preferred.

Benefits and Perks: At Hershey, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work. Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $58,080 to $72,600 per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance-based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well-being (as applicable).The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.