{"id":102747,"date":"2026-08-07T15:06:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T15:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/part-time-consumer-testing-associate\/"},"modified":"2026-10-04T08:28:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-04T12:28:03","slug":"part-time-consumer-testing-associate","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/part-time-consumer-testing-associate\/","title":{"rendered":"Part Time Consumer Testing Associate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Consumer Testing Associate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bound Brook, NJ, USA<\/p>\n<p>Part-time<\/p>\n<p>USD 17.00 to USD 17.00 \/ hourly<\/p>\n<p><strong>Company Description<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>SAM is a fast-growing and global sensory and consumer research consultancy<\/strong>. Our mission is to allow consumers a voice in the development of outstanding food, beverage, pet, and health &amp; beauty products so as to\u00a0<strong>create high quality and memorable experiences.<\/strong>\u00a0We help our clients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop new product ideas<\/li>\n<li>Re-energize a well-established product<\/li>\n<li>Assess product-concept fit or packaging effectiveness<\/li>\n<li>Understand the product, brand and category competitive landscapes<\/li>\n<li>Protect product quality from inception to the end of shelf life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>SAM The National Food Lab is the division of SAM that provides these services for all USA-based clients. Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pay Range: <\/strong>$17.00\/Hr.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shift: <\/strong>Part-Time (On-Call)<\/p>\n<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic kitchen &amp; serving associate to support our consumer taste testing operations. This role involves preparing, organizing, and presenting food and beverage samples to research participants for product evaluation sessions. The ideal candidate will ensure a positive, clean, safe, and efficient environment while assisting with data collection and maintaining high standards of food handling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:<\/strong><br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Server \u2013 Delivering testing product and ensuring proper consumer test instructions are being followed.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Kitchen \u2013 Preparing testing product using the protocols designated by the client.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Moderator \u2013 Observing and directing test participants through the consumer test.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Host \u2013 Check-in consumer test participants and ensure proper documents are completed.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Set-up and break down of testing area.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Maintain testing environments to ensure consistency, cleanliness, and compliance with research protocols.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Maintains organization, quality and consistency during test execution.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Supports database growth events as needed.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Performs other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The ideal candidate would possess:<\/strong><br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Critical thinking and ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Desire to learn and work with others.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Interpersonal skills to interact with both the public and Eurofins National Food Labs\u2019 clients.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0A strong team player \u2013 someone who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure the success of the team while maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pride in self by maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Flexibility in regard to scheduling including long hours and variety of hours week in and week out.\u00a0<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.<br \/>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Basic computer skills and ability to navigate the computer easily (particularly Internet, Microsoft Office and Outlook programs and systems).<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic knowledge of computers and software programs<\/li>\n<li>Must be able to work on your feet for up to 12 hours (with lunch &amp; breaks in between)<\/li>\n<li>Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Valid Driver\u2019s License and Proof of Insurance<\/li>\n<li>Excellent organizational skills with a particular focus upon managing details.<\/li>\n<li>Outstanding listening and communication skills\u2014both written and oral.<\/li>\n<li>Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.<\/li>\n<li>Experience working in a kitchen environment or in market research is a plus but not necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pay Range: <\/strong>$17.00\/Hr.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shift: <\/strong>Part-Time (On-Call)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Work Environment &amp; Physical Demands:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. 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