Sensory QC Technician — Quality & Data Integrity

ADM; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM is seeking a QC Sensory Technician to perform routine quality control testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, while contributing to the site’s sensory program. The role includes coordinating sensory activities, maintaining data, and supporting investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include executing sensory evaluations, organizing documentation, and communicating findings to QA and production teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate’s degree in food science, biology, or related laboratory-based field.
• Preferred experience with organoleptic testing.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality requirements.
• Willingness to innovate and adapt best practices.
• Ability to encourage trust between Operations, Development, Supply Chain and Quality departments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine QC testing of raw materials, intermediate batches, and finished products.
• Maintain data integrity while conducting testing.
• Participate in investigations for out of specification results and report findings to local QC manager or Senior QC members.
• Follow best practices for transcription of data.
• Uphold a clean/work area and organized space for samples.
• Participate in training sessions to ensure consistent testing.

Skills

Organoleptic testing

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Education

Associate’s degree in food science, biology or related lab field

Job description

ADM is seeking a QC Sensory Technician to perform routine quality control testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, while contributing to the site’s sensory program. The role includes coordinating sensory activities, maintaining data, and supporting investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include executing sensory evaluations, organizing documentation, and communicating findings to QA and production teams.