CD&D Color Technician - Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels Midland • Erlanger, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Support the Colors CD&D team in executing laboratory workstreams, enabling product development, customer solutions, and commercialization of color systems across key applications (beverage, confectionery, dairy, etc.). This role ensures high-quality, timely execution of experimental work aligned with business priorities.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field
• 0–3 years in food, beverage, or ingredient laboratory environment
• Basic formulation and lab technique proficiency
• Understanding of measurement tools (pH, colorimetry, etc.)
• Familiarity with GMP and lab safety standards
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong time management and task prioritization
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with color systems or food applications preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare color systems, blends, and application prototypes per project briefs
• Execute bench-scale trials following defined SOPs and protocols
• Conduct stability, processing and performance evaluations (heat, pH, light, etc.)
• Maintain accurate sample preparation and documentation
• Produce internal and customer-facing samples with speed and accuracy
• Support application scientists in formulation iterations and troubleshooting
• Manage sample inventory, labeling and shipment coordination
• Record experimental data clearly in lab systems and notebooks
• Compile basic results summaries for scientist review
• Maintain traceability of formulations, raw materials and outputs
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab environment
• Follow all EH&S, GMP and quality protocols
• Monitor raw material stock levels and support inventory management
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and functioning properly
• Coordinate closely with CD&D scientists and quality teams
• Support commercialization activities through sample and data readiness
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

Benefits

• Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
• If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree