Sensory Panelist - Part-time - Erlanger, KY


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Job Title: Sensory Panelist - Part-time - Erlanger, KY
Location: Erlanger, KY, South United States, USA

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

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Sensory Panelist - Part-time - Erlanger, KY

DESCRIPTIVE PANELIST

This position involves evaluating the aroma, flavor, texture, and appearance of food products using the five senses of touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing. Panelists are required to be non-smoking individuals with no known food allergies or aversions. Applicants must be available to work on Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The total number of hours worked a week will vary depending on the project load, but could range from 0 to 9 hours per week. Flexibility for last-minute scheduling is a must.

Panelists will be screened for and must possess high sensory acuity for a variety of food products. They will also be screened for their clear verbal communication skills, both individually and as part of a group. Once hired, the appropriate training will be provided. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as familiarity with computers, since all panelists will be entering data into computers or tablets.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:
  • H.S. diploma or equivalent
  • Must exhibit a positive, approachable, outgoing personality, with the ability to present themselves professionally when working with customers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfort/familiarity with the computer and tablet
  • Comfortable working in a group...and contributing to that group.
  • Ability to describe differences between food products.
  • No food allergies or aversions
  • No impairment affecting the senses or ability to taste certain foods.
  • Non-smoker
  • No dentures or major dental work
  • Flexible schedule
  • Available core hours 9 AM - 12 PM, Tuesday - Thursday, year-round
  • Willingness to participate in a three-phase interview/screening process.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Lab environment
  • Interact with other panelists, panel leaders, and panel managers and occasionally with other cross-functional participants and/or external customers.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:102066BR

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

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: 10/04/25
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Country: USA

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