Lab Technician - Decatur, IL

Illinoisagconnection; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Entry Level Lab Technician in Decatur, IL. This full-time role involves performing laboratory analyses to ensure product quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, along with a high school diploma or GED. You will engage in various essential functions, including monitoring compliance with regulations and maintaining laboratory instruments. Join a company dedicated to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will help shape the future of agriculture and food solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform lab tests following documented procedures.
• Must communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Willingness to learn and participate actively in training.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis on samples for quality and purity.
• Ensure compliance with safety and GMP regulations.
• Record and interpret test results using computerized systems.

Skills

Laboratory Analysis

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

HACCP Requirements

Communication Skills

Basic Arithmetic

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates in Applied Science

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, OneNote)

Computerized Data Systems

Job description

Providing Global Talent Solutions in Agriculture and Food

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Job Description

Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - 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 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 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

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.

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#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.

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