Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL


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Job Title: Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Technician
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL

Job Duties:
  • Prepare process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems.
  • Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.
  • Maintains samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
  • Documents results of all testing procedures and promptly notifies operations of required adjustments.
  • Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).Understands most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
  • Performs light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
  • Maintains on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.•
  • Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies.•
  • Continually compares equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately.•
  • Maintains a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.•
  • Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.•
  • Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements.•
  • Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.
Education/Training Preferred:
  • 2 or more years science degree
Experience Preferred:
  • Good attendance history
  • Excellent safety record and awareness
  • Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation program
  • Familiarity with current commercial software applications (Excel, Word)Experience with lab documentation
  • Experience with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances and spectrophotometer)
  • Demonstrates sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing Previous plant experience
Job Requirements:
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Ability to team build
  • Good organizational skills
  • Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proven housekeeping and sanitation skills
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting skills
  • Accurate record keeping skills
  • Attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time.
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.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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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

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Job Post Date: 11/04/25
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