Job Description :

Technical Development Program, Sensory 

 

Note: This is a 12-month contract starting July 2026 

 

Celebrating life, everyday everywhere is our purpose at Diageo. Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer, including Crown Royal, Ciroc, Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Smirnoff, Bulleit, Ketel One and Don Julio. Our ambition is to become one of the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Would you like to join us on our journey to achieve that ambition? 

 

Sensory Specialist 

As a member of the Sensory Technical Development Program (TDT), you will get first-hand experience with our work, our people, our values, and our culture. TDT contractors are given real responsibilities and challenges with projects that have an immediate impact on the business. Throughout the year, you are given multiple opportunities to interact with senior management through both their project work as well as informational and cultural events. All contractors also receive individual coaching and training from their immediate manager and cross-functional mentor. You will be encouraged to perform to our high standards and are given the same kind of performance feedback we give our full-time employees. 

 
During the 12-month contract, you will: 

Gain industry sensory knowledge and experience while supporting Diageo Sensory Team projects 

Prepare and implement sensory tests of alcoholic beverages to support project objectives 

Prepare samples for specialty panels, (i.e. vodka, whiskey, and rum panels) 

Conduct sensory panelist accreditation and trainings 

Maintain and supply inventory of the sensory lab 

Lead data entry and specifications 

 

Key Qualifications  

Obtained or expecting to obtain a minimum Bachelors academic degree by July 2026, studying one of the following subjects: Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Ag/Bio Engineering, Biochemistry, or other relevant degree 

Sensory experience required 

Strong interpersonal/communication skills 

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to capture and analyze data 

Proven ability to work independently and drive projects to conclusion 

Confidence, adaptability, and resiliency in challenging situations and a fast-paced environment 

Must be of legal drinking age by start of employment 

 

Salary Range: 

Minimum Salary: 
$36.00/hour 
Maximum Salary: 
$36.00/hour 

Worker Type :

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

Primary Location:

Plainfield Tech Centre

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2025-09-02