Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

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:105917BR