CD&D Color Technician - New Berlin, WI

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site wellness center

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company in New Berlin, WI is seeking a Color Technician to support the Colors CD&D team by executing laboratory workstreams that drive product development and commercialization of color systems for beverages, confectionery, dairy and other applications.

You will perform bench-scale trials, manage samples, document data, ensure GMP and EH&S compliance, and collaborate with scientists to deliver high-quality, reproducible results on time.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred).
• 0–3 years in food, beverage, or ingredient laboratory environment
• Experience with color systems or food applications preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare color systems, blends, and applications prototypes per project briefs
• Execute bench-scale trials following defined SOPs and protocols
• Conduct stability, processing and performance evaluations (heat, pH, light, etc.)
• Maintain accurate sample preparation and documentation
• Produce internal and customer-facing samples with speed and accuracy
• Support formulation iterations and troubleshooting
• Manage sample inventory, labeling and shipment coordination
• Record experimental data clearly in lab systems and notebooks
• Maintain traceability of formulations, raw materials and outputs
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab environment
• Follow all EH&S, GMP and quality protocols
• Monitor raw material stock levels and support inventory management
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and functioning properly
• Coordinate closely with CD&D scientists and quality teams
• Support commercialization activities through sample and data readiness
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement
• Consistently produces high-quality, reproducible samples
• Executes experiments right-first-time with minimal rework
• Meets project timelines and supports rapid iteration cycles
• Turns around requests quickly while maintaining quality
• Prioritizes workload based on business urgency
• Supports time-sensitive customer opportunities

Skills

Basic formulation

Lab techniques

pH measurement

Colorimetry

GMP compliance

Lab safety

Time management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organization

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

CD&D Color Technician- New Berlin, WI

Position Purpose:

Support the Colors CD&D team in executing laboratory workstreams, enabling product development, customer solutions, and commercialization of color systems across key applications (beverage, confectionery, dairy, etc.). This role ensures high-quality, timely execution of experimental work aligned with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Laboratory Execution

• Prepare color systems, blends, and application prototypes per project briefs
• Execute bench-scale trials following defined SOPs and protocols
• Conduct stability, processing and performance evaluations (heat, pH, light, etc.)
• Maintain accurate sample preparation and documentation

Sample & Project Support

• Produce internal and customer-facing samples with speed and accuracy
• Support application scientists in formulation iterations and troubleshooting
• Manage sample inventory, labeling and shipment coordination

Data & Documentation

• Record experimental data clearly in lab systems and notebooks
• Compile basic results summaries for scientist review
• Maintain traceability of formulations, raw materials and outputs

Lab Operations & Compliance

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab environment
• Follow all EH&S, GMP and quality protocols
• Monitor raw material stock levels and support inventory management
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and functioning properly

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with CD&D scientists and quality teams
• Support commercialization activities through sample and data readiness
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

Execution Excellence (Delivering Innovation)

• Consistently produces high-quality, reproducible samples
• Executes experiments right-first-time with minimal rework
• Meets project timelines and supports rapid iteration cycles

Speed & Responsiveness (Driving Growth)

• Turns around requests quickly while maintaining quality
• Prioritizes workload based on business urgency
• Supports time-sensitive customer opportunities

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred).
• 0–3 years in food, beverage, or ingredient laboratory environment
• Experience with color systems or food applications preferred

Competencies:

• Basic formulation and lab technique proficiency
• Understanding of measurement tools (pH, colorimetry, etc.)
• Familiarity with GMP and lab safety standards
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong time management and task prioritization
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills

ADM requires the successful completion ofabackground check.

REF:110037BRBase 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:

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

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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.