Job Description

Quality Control Specialist - Erlanger, KY

The QC Color Specialist is responsible for the measurement, evaluation, and documentation of color attributes in raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods to ensure products consistently meet established color specifications. Additionally, the Color Specialist will lead the investigation and disposition of out-of-specification (OOS) results, drives root cause analysis, and implements corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Primary Job Functions:

• Conduct visual color evaluations against approved standards under controlled lighting conditions
• Evaluate raw material, in-process, and finished product samples against approved color specifications; accept, hold, or reject product as warranted
• Maintain and calibrate color measurement instruments; document calibration records per SOP requirements
• Investigate and document color deviations; initiate and participate in root cause analysis and corrective action (CAPA) processes
• Collaborate with Production, R&D, and Customer care teams to communicate color quality concerns and support resolution
• Review and update color-related SOPs, work instructions, and specification documents as needed
• Support new product development by assisting with color specification development and reference standard creation
• Maintain accurate and complete records in accordance with GMP, internal quality system, and regulatory requirements
• Train new lab technicians on color evaluation methods and instrumentation use

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field required;
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a QC or analytical laboratory role, preferably in a food, beverage, or consumer products manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with color measurement instrumentation required.
• Demonstrated experience performing and leading OOS investigations, including formal root cause analysis and CAPA development.
• Proven experience with customer-facing quality functions, including COA review and approval, specification management, and direct customer communication.
• Hands-on proficiency with analytical instrumentation.
• Experience with LIMS platforms and statistical quality control (SPC/SQC) tools preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Employees in this position working at this location are [or may be] exposed to various potential chemicals and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job.
• If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location, please notify the hiring manager.
• This position will require movement, working while standing, and extended computer use.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.
​Hiring Manager- Maria Cordero ​
Recruiter- Dolly Lamba

City

Erlanger

State

KY - Kentucky

Location Country

United States

About ADM

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.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$49,000.00 - $87,300.00