Laboratory Technician - Decatur ILThis is a full-time non-exempt position.
Job SummaryPerform laboratory analysis on in-process and finished product samples to determine conformance to the specifications of quality and purity as well as gather sample retains and communicate with different departments via email and Microsoft Teams.
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
- Exemplify the ADM core values in daily activities: Integrity Respect Excellence Resourceful Teamwork and Responsibility
- Prompt attendance and willing to work the assigned schedule is a must
- Must rely on a team oriented approach to handling duties good communication skills differentiate items out of specifications correlate numbers between different processes able to work independent in accomplishing sampling and testing
- 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 insure 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
- Communicate with Operations Merchandisers and Quality when any issues arise with the products
Job Qualifications- 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 able to multi-task and follow instructions
- Must be capable of working in confined spaces and 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
Before applying for an exempt non-exempt or hourly job opportunity you are expected toinitiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If youve been in your current position for more than 18 months supervisor approval is not required. * If youve been in your current position for less than 18 months verbal supervisor approval is required.
Hiring Manager- Ryan Harrington
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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