Quality Sensory Technician III - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description

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.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:101526BR

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

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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.

Req/Job ID

101526BR

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Ref ID

#LI-LD1