Quality Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

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
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