Divisional QC Specialist - Decatur, IL
This is an exempt level position.

Job Summary:
The Divisional Quality Control Manager will provide leadership, direction and guidance regarding quality control within the Milling division facilities. Responsible for leading a diverse group of quality control professionals, oversight on the quality performance in the facilities, and continuous improvement.  Coordinate with quality assurance, technical services and production personnel to manage customer expectations.

This position reports to the Milling Director of Food Safety and Quality for ADM.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform evaluation of analytical testing frequency across the Milling division and work with production facilities to streamline, align testing and drive cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure alignment of all finished product testing
• Keep current with technological advancements in analytical instrumentation; looking for technology improvements that can save money and /or increase the accuracy of current analyses
• Work in collaboration on online analytical projects (i.e. NIR), working with research and Global QC to develop and sustain existing systems, increasing efficiencies and ROIC
• Oversite of collaborative studies, non-routine, and external lab testing for the Milling Division.
• Work with facilities to build and maintain Lab Models
• Assist, as needed, to identify/rectify recurring issues
• Provide lab safety evaluations and improvements based n Global laboratory safety policies
• Oversee and provide assistance to labs when purchasing new analytical equipment to ensure performance and standardization requirements are met
• Maintain contingency plans for lab equipment and spare parts across the network
• Ensure QC training programs are in place for teams that are conducting analysis
• Work with plants to identify root cause/corrective actions associated with laboratory outages as a result of customer complaint, first pass prime, etc
• Lead person working with Procurement for the cost reduction in lab consumables
• Identify CAPEX for the labs annually and have them create WAVE initiatives in order to be able to obtain the needed equipment
• Liaise with technical services to work through problems/issues with analysis or process
• Monitor results related to proficiency testing and reporting
• Work with vendors on lab related equipment/testing and servicing
• Provide analytical, instrument, method training as needed
• Maintain all analytical DSOP’s

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry or related science field or 5 or 7  years prior Quality Control / Assurance experience.
• Prior laboratory experience / knowledge of laboratory procedures
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality control requirements
• Good problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Document Management Systems, Microsoft Suite, LIMDA/TLC and PI
• Working knowledge of Statistics desired
• Knowledge of applicable food regulations and requirements
• Ability to troubleshoot standard lab equipment (HPLC, GCs, Titrators, etc.) required
• Ability to travel a minimum of 30% of the time, however, travel will depend up on the needs of the position.

Working Conditions:

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

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
  • Lifting or carrying of weights over fifty (50) pounds is rare;  employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh mor than fifty (50) pounds .

 

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager- Heather Hartrich   ​
Recruiter- Nitha George 

Decatur

IL - Illinois

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$70,400.00 - $131,300.00

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus