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Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - Decatur, IL
Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - Decatur, IL-March 2024
Decatur
Mar 29, 2026
About Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - Decatur, IL

  79418BR

  Job Title:

  Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - Decatur, IL

  Department/Function:

  Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

  Job Description:

  Lab Technician - Entry Level/I - Decatur, IL

  This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

  Job Summary

  Perform laboratory analysis on in-process and finished product samples to determine conformance to the specifications of quality and purity as well as gather sample retains and communicate with different departments via email and Microsoft Teams.

  Essential Job Functions

  Follow all safety and environmental rules and regulations applicable to position

  Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP requirements

  Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations and policies

  Perform all required lab tests adhering to documented laboratory procedures

  Exemplify the ADM core values in daily activities: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Resourceful, Teamwork, and Responsibility

  Prompt attendance and willing to work the assigned schedule is a must

  Must rely on a team oriented approach to handling duties, good communication skills, differentiate items out of specifications, correlate numbers between different processes, able to work independent in accomplishing sampling and testing

  Physical testing of production samples

  Daily verification of lab instruments

  Recording, interpreting, and entering test results using a computerized data system

  Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, when necessary

  Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies

  Continually compares test results with standards, as required, to insure that all products are within specification

  Handle various chemicals in different containers in the manner outlined in the Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturer

  Communicate with Operations, Merchandisers, and Quality when any issues arise with the products

  Job Qualifications

  Must be able to read/write/speak English, must be able to do basic arithmetic

  Must be able to write clearly

  Must be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional manner

  Must be able to work on multiple tasks and remain organized

  Must be able to work on a team

  Must have a willingness to learn

  Exhibit regular and prompt attendance

  Participates actively in training

  Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties

  Practices proper personal hygiene

  High School Diploma or GED required, Associates in an applied science preferred

  Preferred analytical laboratory experience

  Position requires basic computer operation skills, i.e. use of “point and click” programs, MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook, OneNote), and different software programs for the instruments.

  Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyone’s responsibility

  Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures

  Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time while performing job duties.

  Must be able to multi-task and follow instructions

  Must be capable of working in confined spaces and from heights, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly (ex. Moving a gas cylinder)

  Must be able to handle dangerous chemicals in a safe manner

  Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays

  Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

  ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. 

  REF:79418BR AJCIND

  City:

  Decatur

  State:

  IL - Illinois

  Ref ID:

  #LI-DK1

  About ADM::

  ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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  #IncludingYou

  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 are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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