Research & Development Quality Specialist I – Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with matching contributions

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site wellness center or gym access

Job summary

ADM is seeking an Exempt quality systems professional to support development, implementation, execution, and performance of Quality Systems to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards.

You will participate in GMP, HACCP, and internal inspections, lead root-cause analyses, guide day-to-day quality decisions, support pest control, training, and cross-functional projects, with a base pay range of $53,100 to $86,600.

Qualifications

• Preferred 4 year degree or equivalent Food Safety experience.
• Recommended PCQI trained.
• Working knowledge of document management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other data bases.
• Knowledge of applicable food regulations and requirements (FDA, GMPs, USDA, HACCP).
• Ability to make decisions based on information and data available.
• Ability to work as a team member and provide training.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation and maintenance of the pilot plant food safety, quality management, and document control.
• Serve as an active member of Food Safety teams.
• Provides support and guidance for day-to-day decision-making regarding quality/food safety impacts on products.
• Required to be flexible, providing quality and food safety support across projects and teams.
• Supports training activities regarding quality and food safety.
• Owns GMP and ensures cleaning and hygiene programs are carried out.
• Conducts pre-operation inspection of equipment that has undergone maintenance and/or sanitation.
• Assists with compliance and regulatory audits.
• Routinely conducts GMP, Food Safety Plan / HACCP, and internal inspections.
• Works with scientists and leadership to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards and provides guidance as needed.
• Participate/Lead root cause analysis and corrective action/preventative action plans in the event of a quality or food safety incident.
• Assists in providing quality training to new hires, contractors, and refresher training as needed and maintains training records.
• Carries out and uphold monitoring and prerequisite programs.
• Assists with oversight of Pest Control Program.
• Works closely with multiple R&D teams to assist with implementation of new programs and review of existing plans and programs.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Data-driven decisions

Training delivery

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

4 year degree or equivalent Food Safety experience

Tools

Document management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Databases

Job description

This is an Exempt position.

Job Summary:

This position supports the development, implementation, execution, and performance of the Quality Systems to ensure products meet the quality and food safety standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists in the implementation and maintenance of the pilot plant food safety, quality management, and document control
• Serve as an active member of Food Safety teams
• Provides support and guidance for day-to-day decision-making regarding quality/food safety impacts on products
• Required to be flexible, providing quality and food safety support across projects and teams
• Supports training activities regarding quality and food safety
• Owns GMP and ensures cleaning and hygiene programs are carried out
• Conducts pre-operation inspection of equipment that has undergone maintenance and/or sanitation
• Assists with compliance and regulatory audits.
• Routinely conducts GMP, Food Safety Plan / HACCP, and internal inspections.
• Works with scientists and leadership to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards and provides guidance as needed
• Participate/Lead root cause analysis and corrective action/preventative action plans in the event of a quality or food safety incident.
• Assists in providing quality training to new hires, contractors, and refresher training as needed and maintains training records.
• Carries out and uphold monitoring and prerequisite programs
• Assists with oversight of Pest Control Program
• Works closely with multiple R&D teams to assist with implementation of new programs and review of existing plans and programs

Job Qualifications

• Preferred 4 year degree or equivalent Food Safety experience
• Recommended PCQI trained
• Working knowledge of document management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other data bases.
• Knowledge of applicable food regulations and requirements (FDA, GMPs, USDA, HACCP).
• Ability to make decisions based on information and data available.
• Ability to work as a team member and provide training.

Working Conditions

• Employees 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.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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:

$53,100.00 - $86,600.00

Benefits And Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• 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.

#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 welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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.