Quality Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Quality Sensory Panelist - 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
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Quality Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

This is a part-time, on-site, hourly position

Schedule:

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9AM to Noon (3 hours)
Hours per week guaranteed, except cancelation of test day is announced at least one week ahead

Summary:

This role evaluates the sensory quality of ADM's ingredients and foods objectively using the senses of taste, smell, sight, following specific training guidelines in a consistent manner.

Key responsibilities:

This position involves periods of time spent sitting to conduct the evaluation while working closely with a team of 8 panelists
Evaluate products by smelling and tasting as a group. Enter scores into a computer or on a paper ballot
Discuss product attributes respectfully within a group setting
Work in an environment with little or no knowledge of the products being tested
Adhere to training standards to maintain homogeneity, repeatability, acuity percentages above 90%
Participate in skill assessment regularly to maintain qualification of this role
Be trained in specific methodology to describe and rate sensory quality of products
Contribute to a positive work environment

Qualifications:

Responsible for adhering to specific sensory guidelines
Willingness to conduct taste and sensory evaluations on the following foods or food ingredients:
- plant-based proteins, including soy and pea protein
- pulse ingredients and edible beans
- sweeteners
- flavors
Ability to follow directions, work well in a group and communication opinions effectively
Sensory acuity: ability to describe and differentiate between the senses
Comfortable using a computer
Good communicator
Maintain good punctuality and attendance

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:105916BR

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Job Post Date: 02/10/26