ADM · 1 day ago
Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$32K/yr - $59K/yrADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, providing access to nutrition worldwide. The Lab Technician is responsible for ensuring the integrity of products during the manufacturing process and through release, utilizing standardized techniques to conduct and analyze tests on sensitive samples.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
Responsibilities
Exemplify the ADM core values in daily activities: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Resourceful, Teamwork, and Responsibility
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and HACCP requirements
Pass all required laboratory training
Follow established SOPs accurately and efficiently
Recording, interpreting, and entering test results in specified forms and LIMS software with accuracy and responsibility
Perform all applicable analytical and sensory tests on in-process and finished products in a precise and timely manner
Determine and recognize inconsistencies in the data and report to necessary personnel in a timely manner including escalation
Receive, handle, and store samples appropriately according to SOP
Maintain all laboratory equipment and be able to troubleshoot any problems, taking corrective action when necessary and maintaining records
Handle, organize and store all chemical substances, fluids and compressed gases in the manner outlined in the Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturer
Work alone and in teams across all departments
Complete verifications in testing, standards, equipment, and instruments to ensure accurate performance
Participate in proficiency/collaborative testing
Communicate with other departments as necessary (in person, radio, email and telephone)
Willingness to assume additional and new responsibilities
Perform routine tasks with minimal supervision
Create and maintain a neat, clean and well-organized and professional-looking work area
Train colleagues
Perform all duties in a manner consistent with environmental, health and safety policies and objectives
Other assigned tasks and responsibilities as needed/directed by manager. Assume QC Specialist and Manager responsibilities when necessary
Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, when necessary
Maintains adequate supplies used for testing and notifies the manager of the need to re-order such supplies
Continually compares test results with standards, as required, to insure that all products are within specification
Qualification
Required
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
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 capable of working 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
Preferred
Associates in an applied science preferred
Preferred analytical laboratory experience
Benefits
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).
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.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
Founded in 1902
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Monish Patolawala
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at ADM
Daniel Jones
Director, Technical Sales
Recent News
2025-12-16
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