Sensory Quality Assurance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Erlanger, Kentucky, United States Archer Daniels Midland Company Full time
Job Summary

This position provides sensory support for the Erlanger laboratory, implementing training for other technicians and driving organoleptic accuracy. The occupant of this role will track and trend data to confirm technicians are properly performing sensory analysis, determine root cause and corrective actions for sensory failures, and implement improvements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement sensory training programs for the quality control team.
  • Maintain documentation and validation logs concerning sensory results for all QC team members.
  • Assess risks based on common flavor failure modes.
  • Educate and grow quality team members' knowledge regarding sensory techniques.
  • Ensure alignment of all finished product testing with Product Release Specifications and the Quality Management System.
  • Administer weekly flavor training and refreshers for QC technicians.
  • Assess performance testing with other ADM facilities and sensory owners.
  • Identify and rectify recurring issues with meeting sensory standards between production and development.
  • Support QC teams through fact-based decisions and professional communication.
  • Administer yearly sensory validation for all QC technicians.
  • Push lab technicians to maintain data integrity and efficiency.
  • Perform sensory steps in approval for key customers.
  • Assist in customer and 3rd party audits pertaining to sensory.
  • Participate in Cross-functional teams to assure quality requirements are met.
  • Represent the quality labs in a professional manner to external and internal parties.
  • Bring new ideas and improvements to quality protocols and procedures.
  • Participate in sensory panels when needed.
  • Support operations investigations with sensory testing when needed.
Requirements
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in food science, biology, or related laboratory-based field.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Food laboratory environment or related technical area.
  • Experience with multiple organoleptic test setups is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as negotiation, influencing, and collaboration skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally with internal and external customers.
  • Willingness to innovate and adapt best practices.
  • Ability to encourage trust between operations, Development, and Quality departments.
Working Conditions

Employees in this position working at this location are exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job. If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location, please notify the hiring manager.

This position will require movement, working while standing, and extended computer use. ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.



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