Quality Sensory Technician III - Decatur, IL at ADM (Archer Daniels Midland)

Quality Sensory Technician III - Decatur, IL
This is a full time, non-exempt position.

Position Summary:
We are looking for an experienced quality sensory technician with strong interpersonal skills and a growth mindset to join our global quality sensory team. Primary responsibilities include executing day-to-day skilled sensory tasks and assisting new quality sensory capability building with supervision.

The abilities to communicate and collaborate with other quality sensory team members and internal groups are critical for success in this role. Interest in evaluating ingredients and food products will be important to this role.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare samples and set up testing space for quality sensory evaluations.
• Prepare computer designs for data collection and study execution.
• Assist panel leader and scientists with project scheduling, panel management and trainings.
• Assist with accurately document or modify sensory protocols according to experimental specifications.
• Ability to identify gaps and make recommendations on laboratory and process improvements to enhance work safety and efficiency.
• Communicate with IT support, plant personnel, and research developers on issues with minimal scientist supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the quality sensory lab and panel room.
• Manage lab inventory of chemicals, equipment, consumables, references, and products.

Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. degree with at least 3 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to follow instructions and testing procedures carefully.
• Basic understanding of the foundations of sensory science is a plus.
• Experience with Compusense Cloud data collection software is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow safety standards in lab.
• Ability and willingness to evaluate ingredient and foods when needed

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to function independently while interacting with ADM management, facility management, and ADM contract employees.
• Prioritization of tasks against available resources and time constraints.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving in team environments.
• Effective writing and oral communication skills.
• Resolves conflicts effectively to encourage teamwork, without breaking cohesion and trust.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.

The Company has reviewed this job posting to ensure that most essential functions and basic duties have been included. This posting is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. A detailed job description will be provided during the interview process.

Physical Factors:

• Ability to sit in meetings, at desk or stand in lab for long periods.
• Ability to use standard office equipment.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.   ​
Hiring Manager- Zhuzhu Wang  ​
Recruiter-  Dolly Lamba 

Decatur

IL - Illinois

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$49,000.00 - $87,300.00