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Archer Daniels Midland

Descriptive Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL This is a part-time, on-site, hourly position. Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) is hiring part-time Sensory Panelists who will evaluate the appearance, aroma ...

Archer Daniels Midland

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

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 ...

ADM

Quality Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Quality Sensory Panelist - Decatur, ILThis is a part-time, on-site, hourly positionSchedule:Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9AM to Noon (3 hours)Hours per week guaranteed, except cancelation of test ...

JAMS, Inc.

Case Manager (Paralegal)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$64K - $84K/yr

Prepares and distributes panelist lists in response to arbitration filings or client requests, in partnership with local management, the Arbitration Practice Team, and ADRC, ADRS, and SCM colleagues.

JAMS, Inc.

Case Manager (Paralegal)

Chicago, IL

$20.50 - $26.50/hr

Prepares and distributes panelist lists in response to arbitration filings or client requests, in partnership with local management, the Arbitration Practice Team, and ADRC, ADRS, and SCM colleagues.

JAMS, Inc.

Case Manager (Paralegal)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$64K - $84K/yr

Prepares and distributes panelist lists in response to arbitration filings or client requests, in partnership with local management, the Arbitration Practice Team, and ADRC, ADRS, and SCM colleagues.

rSTAR Technologies LLC.

AI Architect

Westmont, IL · On-site

$63.50 - $82.75/hr

... panelist: · Level 1 :- Randhir & Twinkle · Level 2:- Abraham · Level 2:- Vivek · Reporting Manager:- · Team Members if the incumbent will be responsible to manage:- · FTE/CONTRACT:- FTE · ...

Numerator

Director, Data Science

Chicago, IL

Own the quality, currency, and representativeness of the panel signal end to end -- advancing methods for attribution completeness, compliance, anomaly detection, and keeping panelist demographics ...

Numerator

Director, Data Science

Chicago, IL

Own the quality, currency, and representativeness of the panel signal end to end -- advancing methods for attribution completeness, compliance, anomaly detection, and keeping panelist demographics ...

NFP Corp

VP, Management Liability Claims

Chicago, IL · On-site

Serving as a speaker or panelist at industry programs to demonstrate the firm's technical capabilities and thought leadership. Internal Collaboration * Partner with producers, account executives ...

Numerator

Director, Data Science

Chicago, IL · On-site

Own the quality, currency, and representativeness of the panel signal end to end - advancing methods for attribution completeness, compliance, anomaly detection, and keeping panelist demographics ...

NFP Corp

VP, Management Liability Claims

Chicago, IL · On-site

Serving as a speaker or panelist at industry programs to demonstrate the firm's technical capabilities and thought leadership. Internal Collaboration * Partner with producers, account executives ...

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A Panelist is an individual who participates in discussions, reviews, or evaluations as part of a panel. They are often experts, industry professionals, or consumers selected to provide insights, opinions, or feedback on a specific topic. Panelists may engage in market research, media appearances, focus groups, or expert discussions. Their role is to contribute informed perspectives that help guide decisions, policies, or public understanding.

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Descriptive Sensory Panelist - Part-Time - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

ADM rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

76th of 366 rated logistics

Job description

Descriptive Sensory Panelist - Decatur, IL
This is a part-time, on-site, hourly position. 
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) is hiring part-time Sensory Panelists who will evaluate the appearance, aroma, flavor, and texture of ADM ingredients, food applications, and industrial applications using the five basic senses: taste, smell, touch, sight, and hearing. All positions are in Decatur, Illinois.
It is an essential function of the role for the Panelist to taste food and beverage products in their mouth (deemed safe by food safety regulations) to assess the flavor and texture, including, but not limited to:
  • Sweeteners and alternative sweeteners       
  • Beverage alcohol
  • Caffeinated beverages
Ingredients to be tasted will include, but are not limited to:
  • Eggs
  • Dairy products
  • Meats, poultry, and seafoods
  • Fruits and vegetables
  • Grains, beans, and fibers
  • Nuts
  • Soybeans or soy products                                                   
  • Chocolate/cocoa        
  • Cooking oils                                                  
  • Food additives
Panelists must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Proficiency in using electronic devices, such as computers, tablets, and smart phones, is required. This position involves periods of time spent sitting to conduct the evaluation while working closely with a team of 10-12 panelists. Breaks are provided. Panelists expectorate or spit food ingredients/products into a sealed container after evaluation of that product as part of the workday. Due to the nature of the role, panelists will be asked to maintain a neutral body odor and not wear any scented products during work hours.
Hours will be Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. The total amount of hours per week will vary depending on project needs, but may range from 9-12 hours per week. Panelists will be screened for high sensory acuity during the on-site interview process. Additional training will be provided if the applicant is hired. Panelists are not required to have sensory knowledge prior to starting.
Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 
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