Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. This position involves periods of time spent sitting to conduct the evaluation while working closely with a team of 8 panelists.

Requirements

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees