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.
Key responsibilities:
- This position involves periods of time spent sitting to conduct the evaluation while working closely with a team of 8 panelists
- 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
Qualifications:
- 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
- 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.
REF:105916BR
