Suntory Global Spirits · 18 hours ago
Assistant Scientist
Clermont, KY, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSuntory Global Spirits is a leading premium spirits company focused on driving growth through innovation and marketing. The Assistant Scientist role involves conducting experiments, testing processes, and supporting product development in a fast-paced environment.
ManufacturingRetailWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Executes responsibilities under broad guidelines set by the researcher. Responsible for appropriate selection, set-up and adjustment of experimental materials and equipment
Manages own time and prioritizes work to deliver on the needs of the scientists and engineers. Aligns to clear due dates with each requestor, tracking work, communicating variances from expectations and proactively providing options for ways to move forward
Consistently and accurately provides data, tracking, samples, solutions, etc on the project being supported for the scientists/engineers, observing and reacting to situations in the lab and adjusting/re-calibrating as necessary
Communicates with manager and team members on a regular basis, with schedule updates and recommendations for efficiency and effectiveness improvements. Communicates with other SGS and external personnel as needed, such as marketing, ingredient and equipment suppliers, to facilitate work
Supports Sensory laboratory activities including, sample preparation, evaluation, data system expertise and lab maintenance
Leads sensory training sessions for employees and customers
Plan and execute experiments using established laboratory/pilot plant/operation methods: interpreting results and translating into solutions. Follow best practices and SOPs for development and promote process improvements for procedures and practices
Lead and assist with laboratory clean up, including managing and discarding of waste, proper disposal of sample materials, cleaning and organization of glassware and utensils, etc
Qualification
Required
B.S Food Science or related science required
Experience with Statistics, Product Development or Sensory a plus
Proficient skills in planning and performing experiments, data collection, analysis and interpretation
Ability to perform calculations, conversions, and basic math formulas
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong working knowledge of standard lab operating procedures
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including timely follow-up and commitment to deliverables, and openness to give and receive feedback
Desire to help build and maintain a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture within Global R&D and broader Beam Suntory
Team player with cooperative, collaborative style supported by good listening and partnering skills
Culturally sensitive, with ability to work in a global multicultural cross functional organization
Ability to travel to partner in project work with internal and external clients, as well as support implementation at SGS facilities – travel approx. 5-10% mainly within Kentucky
Physically fit for work primarily in a lab, pilot plant and manufacturing environments, which includes long periods of standing, moving, and carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
Must be able to taste limited quantities of alcoholic beverage samples in accordance with evaluation/research needs
Preferred
M.S Food Science or related science preferred
Experience in food and/or beverage industry preferred
Benefits
Relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support
Company
Suntory Global Spirits
Suntory Global Spirits manages, produces, and sells premium spirits, focusing on rich experiences and inclusivity.
Founded in 1757
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Davin Nugent
President Global RTD
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Shinjiro Torii
Founder
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