QC Lab Tech 1 – Decatur, IL
This is a full time, non-exempt position.

Job Summary
The QC Lab Tech 1 is accountable for ensuring the quality and consistency of our products. This position will require the ability to utilize standardized techniques and operating procedures in order to conduct and analyze tests on samples. This role is a critical member of the Quality Team promoting Quality and Food Safety Culture.

Essential Job FunctionsExemplify the ADM core values in daily activities: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Resourceful, Teamwork, and Responsibility.Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and HACCP requirements.Pass all required laboratory training.Follow established SOPs accurately and efficiently.Recording, interpreting, and entering test results in specified forms and LIMS software with accuracy and responsibility.Perform all applicable tests in a precise and timely manner.Determine and recognize inconsistencies in the data and report to necessary personnel in a timely manner including escalation.Receive, handle, and store samples appropriately according to SOP.Maintain all laboratory equipment and be able to troubleshoot any problems, taking corrective action when necessary and maintaining records.Handle, organize and store all chemical substances, fluids and compressed gases in the manner outlined in the Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturerWork alone and in teams across all departments.Complete verifications in testing, standards, equipment, and instruments to ensure accurate performance.Participate in proficiency/collaborative testing.Communicate with other departments as necessary (in person, email and telephone).Willingness to assume additional and new responsibilities.Perform routine tasks with minimal supervision.Create and maintain a neat, clean and well-organized and professional-looking work area.Perform all duties in a manner consistent with environmental, health and safety policies and objectives.Other assigned tasks and responsibilities as needed/directed by manager.Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, when necessary.Maintains adequate supplies used for testing and notifies the manager of the need to re-order such supplies.Job QualificationsMust be able to read/write/speak English, must be able to do basic arithmeticMust be able to write clearlyMust be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional mannerMust be able to work on multiple tasks and remain organizedMust be able to work on a teamMust have a willingness to learnExhibits regular and prompt attendanceParticipates actively in trainingReports to work in a condition to be able to perform all dutiesPractices proper personal hygieneHigh School Diploma or GED required, Associates in an applied science preferredPreferred analytical laboratory experienceExperience in wheat milling preferredPosition requires basic computer operation skills, i.e. use of “point and click” programs, MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, OneNote), and different software programs for the instruments.Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyone’s responsibilityCommitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero injury culture; understand and follow company safety proceduresAbility to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time while performing job duties. Must be able to lift 50 lbs (ex. Moving a gas cylinder)Must be able to handle dangerous chemicals in a safe mannerWorking ConditionsEmployees 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.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. 

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