Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL

Company Name:	Archer Daniels Midland
Location:	Decatur, IL United States
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	01/12/2026
Expire Date:	02/18/2026
Job Categories:	Accounting/Auditing, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Information Technology, Insurance, Other / General, Quality Control, Research & Development, Medical

Job Description

Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL
Laboratory Technician - Decatur, IL
Corn Plant
This is a full-time, hourly position.

Shift(s) Available: Shift would vary on availability/seniority. Could be 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or a rotating shift which entails working multiple shifts within the week. Must be available to work weekends, holidays, overtime, 8-12 hour shift when scheduled.

Learn more about ADM, click the links below;
https://youtu.be/VeGTVcFFJuo
https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/

Why Join?

Weekly Pay
Benefits Start First Day
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
On-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility
Health and Wellness Incentives
Membership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership)
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short & Long-Term Disability
Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children
Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Assistance
Advancement Opportunities
Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Expectations:
The entry level position is designed to train the new technician on each of the four (4) analytical aisles in the QC laboratory. In this role, they will prepare process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental and wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems. The entry level Laboratory Technician must have completed training on each aisle prior to their transition to the Laboratory Technician I position.

Aside from learning the skills necessary for advancement to the next level the entry level technician must also:

Complete both plant and laboratory safety orientations
Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by complying with all department and plant safety policies
React immediately to eliminate any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts. Additionally insures that any accidents, injuries and near misses are reported immediately to area supervision
Perform at least one Laboratory Safety audit per month
Complete at minimum 3 safety engagements each month
Willingness and ability to work within the time demands of a 24/7/365 workday operation
Demonstrate sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing
Demonstrate ability to accept instruction, coaching, and constructive criticism as tools for continuous improvement
Demonstrate computer skills
Perform other duties as assigned by quality department management

Requirements (General):

This position requires 8-hour rotating shifts and must be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Training should be completed during the first year on the job.
Delay or failure to meet established training goals may delay promotion to the next level as well as lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

All technicians will be expected to show continuous improvement in all areas of KPI tracking. Performance issues will be addressed to ensure that the Entry Level Laboratory Technician has the opportunity to correct any of these concerns. Issues that cannot be corrected with the coaching process may lead to disciplinary action.

Requirements (Technical):

Each employee should possess a solid understanding of a laboratory environment and a working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with Laboratory Instrumentation including HPLC, GC, and IC is beneficial.
New technicians are certified in each area around 60 days from when they begin working an aisle alone.
Laboratory Technician III and Supervision members watch them perform required tests to ensure they have been properly trained prior to sign off.
The Entry Level Laboratory Technician position requires no previous laboratory experience, but completion of a college science lab is preferred.
Experience in lieu of college laboratory experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF: 104867BR

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Company Name:

Archer Daniels Midland

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Company Description:

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.
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