TVP Lab Tech II - Decatur, IL
TVP Lab Tech II - Decatur, IL
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TVP Lab Tech II - Decatur IL
This is a full-time non-exempt position.
Job Summary
Perform laboratory analysis on in-process and finished product samples to determine conformance to the specifications of quality and purity.
Employees may be required to work overtime during times of personnel shortages vacations/absences and/or plant events requiring additional quality-related assistance.
Essential Job Functions
Hiring Manager- Lyndsee Foster
Recruiter- Dolly Lamba
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. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds 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 .
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:
This is a full-time non-exempt position.
Job Summary
Perform laboratory analysis on in-process and finished product samples to determine conformance to the specifications of quality and purity.
- Collection of samples throughout the plant and delivery of samples to the Central Analytical Lab will be a requirement.
- Results analysis in a fast-paced environment as well as reporting deviations to Operations is necessary to ensure the production of in-spec material.
- Must review and interpret shift notes and addition of relevant lab findings.
- Must ensure equipment at Critical Control Points in the process are in working condition on a regular basis. This requires frequent visits to the packaging line from the lab.
- May be required to review Critical Control Point documentation to ensure completion by lab techs and operators. If deviations are identified a thorough investigation will be required to identify root cause/corrective action.
- Clear communication with fellow lab techs during shift change is necessary to ensure seamless transition between shifts.
- May be required to attend shift change meetings with operations.
- Plant walkthough activities will be required on a frequent basis with special attention to environmental cleanliness and possible deviations that could lead to a feed safety or quality risk.
- Employees in this position may be required to complete monthly compliance audits and collect environmental swabs.
- Must maintain lab cleanliness and keep track of inventory of product ingredients.
- High level of organization skills required to ensure samples are properly collected labeled and matched with accurate results.
- Initial inspection of equipment for cleanliness.
- ATP swab collection and analysis.
- Communication with Operations and Sanitation personnel based on swab/inspection results for re-cleaning.
- Communication with Quality personnel based on swab/inspection results for final pass of clean equipment.
- Final verification and release of equipment may be required in this position.
- Swab results recording on equipment cleaning documentation.
- NO JEWELRY will be allowed in processing areas. This includes dermal piercings. False fingernails and eyelashes will also be prohibited. The only exceptions are plain wedding bands and medical alert jewelry.
Employees may be required to work overtime during times of personnel shortages vacations/absences and/or plant events requiring additional quality-related assistance.
Essential Job Functions
- Follow all safety and environmental rules and regulations applicable to position
- Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP requirements
- Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety food safety environmental GMP rules regulations and policies
- Perform all required lab tests adhering to documented laboratory procedures
- Physical testing of production samples
- Daily verification of lab instruments
- Recording interpreting and entering test results using a computerized data system
- Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results when necessary
- Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies
- Continually compares test results with standards as required to ensure that all products are within specification
- Handle various chemicals in different containers in the manner outlined in the Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturer
- Must be able to read/write/speak English must be able to do basic arithmetic
- Must be able to write clearly
- Must be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional manner
- Must be able to work on multiple tasks and remain organized
- Must be able to work on a team
- Must have a willingness to learn
- Exhibit regular and prompt attendance
- Participates actively in training
- Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties
- Practices proper personal hygiene
- High School Diploma or GED required Associates in an applied science preferred
- Preferred analytical laboratory experience
- Position requires basic computer operation skills i.e. use of point and click programs MS Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint Access Outlook OneNote) and different software programs for the instruments.
- Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyones responsibility
- Commitment to ADMs goal of achieving a zero-injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures
- Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time while performing job duties.
- Must be capable of working from heights bending kneeling climbing stairs and able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly (ex. Moving a gas cylinder)
- Must be able to handle dangerous chemicals in a safe manner
- Must be willing to work nights weekends and holidays
- Employees in this position may be exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job.
- If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location please notify the hiring manager.
Hiring Manager- Lyndsee Foster
Recruiter- Dolly Lamba
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. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds 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 .
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:
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