Lab Technician I - Decatur, IL

Decatur IL - Illinois Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities Job Description Lab Technician I - Decatur, IL Job Summary Perform 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.
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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 everyone’s responsibility Commitment to ADM’s 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 This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.
ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
REF:76370BR Benefits and Perks Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support your well-being, including: Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and life insurance; on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable) Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) Additional benefits include: Paid vacation time, plus 11 paid holidays and one paid personal day Adoption assistance and paid parental leave Tuition assistance Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs #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 are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities.
For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.
About ADM: ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future.
We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living.
We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products.
We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities.
And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet.
From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow.
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