Quality Control Tech - Erlanger, Ky

Quality Control Tech - Erlanger, KY
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
Job Summary: 
The Quality Control Technician role is a technical position within the Quality organization and reports to the QC Manager. The QC Technician will complete analytical and sensory testing to generate a certificate of analysis for multiple departments in the Erlanger location while following ADM safety guidelines and following good lab practices. This role requires strong communication skills, prioritization based on laboratory demand, and adaptability with fast paced environments. This role will require the ability to work independently to push the laboratory team to success. The personnel that fill this role are expected to present a professional image to internal departments and facilitate the success of the operations group.
Primary Job Functions: 

• Operate QC laboratory equipment
• Complete sample testing on time and accurately with quality and food safety in mind
• Assist Operations team with investigative testing and root cause determinations.
• Complete individual and group projects for the lab and Quality department
• Disposition failing and aged material appropriately to ensure food safety and quality of inventory is maintained
• Perform QC equipment checks and calibrations
• Maintain proper storage and organization of QC product retains
• Fulfil laboratory responsibilities in unsupervised situations including overtime/weekend presence on all shifts
• Assist the quality and food safety team, commercial, sales, and development teams with relevant projects and requests
• Communicate all outstanding quality issues with entire QC team
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements:

• Two (2) year associates degree in a science related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc.)
• Ability to understand technical properties and functional ingredients
• Working awareness of good laboratory practices
• Ability to prioritize work independently, with minimal supervision to plan, organize and execute effectively
• Strong communication skills including written and verbal communication of technical results      
• Demonstrated capacity to excel in a fast-paced work environment
• Proficient in computer processes and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and Outlook

Key Shills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
• Strong customer interaction skills
• Results oriented and driven to achieve business revenue growth
• High level of professionalism and alignment to ADM values
• Multi-tasking workload
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills                        
• Teamwork and a collaborative style      
• Learning agility and adaptability to change

Working Conditions:
Employees in this position working at this location are [or 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. This role does not require travel. Standard laboratory conditions are to be expected with desk work and working while standing.

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ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. 

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