CD&D Color Technician - Erlanger, KY

About the role

Support the Colors CD&D team in executing laboratory workstreams, enabling product development, customer solutions, and commercialization of color systems across key applications (beverage, confectionery, dairy, etc.). This role ensures high-quality, timely execution of experimental work aligned with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare color systems, blends, and application prototypes per project briefs
• Execute bench-scale trials following defined SOPs and protocols
• Conduct stability, processing and performance evaluations (heat, pH, light, etc.)
• Maintain accurate sample preparation and documentation
• Produce internal and customer-facing samples with speed and accuracy
• Support application scientists in formulation iterations and troubleshooting
• Manage sample inventory, labeling and shipment coordination
• Record experimental data clearly in lab systems and notebooks
• Compile basic results summaries for scientist review
• Maintain traceability of formulations, raw materials and outputs
• Coordinate closely with CD&D scientists and quality teams
• Support commercialization activities through sample and data readiness
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

Execution Excellence (Delivering Innovation)

• Consistently produces high-quality, reproducible samples
• Executes experiments right-first-time with minimal rework
• Mets project timelines and supports rapid iteration cycles

Speed & Responsiveness (Driving Growth)

• Turns around requests quickly while maintaining quality
• Prioritizes workload based on business urgency
• Supports time-sensitive customer opportunities

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred).
• 0–3 years in food, beverage, or ingredient laboratory environment
• Experience with color systems or food applications preferred

Competencies

• Basic formulation and lab technique proficiency
• Understanding of measurement tools (pH, colorimetry, etc.)
• Familiarity with GMP and lab safety standards
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong time management and task prioritization
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills

Benefits And Perks

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable.)
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Additional Benefits Include Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.