Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist - Quincy, IL

Job Description

Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist - Quincy, IL
This is an exempt level position.
Quincy, IL OR ADM facilities such as Decatur or PetDine locations

Job Summary:
The Supplier Quality Specialist supports the Supplier Verification Program for Pet Nutrition and Animal Nutrition by executing desktop and remote supplier verification activities. This role is responsible for supplier onboarding support, document-based supplier reviews, risk data collection, and ongoing supplier monitoring in accordance with FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 507), internal standards, and customer requirements. The Supplier Quality Specialist works under the direction of the Supplier Quality Manager and supports Supplier Quality Auditors by providing accurate, timely supplier verification data.

This position reports to the Supplier Quality Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

• Execute desktop and remote supplier verification activities in support of the Supplier Verification Program.
• Collect, review, and maintain supplier documentation, including risk assessment forms, ingredient certifications, certificates of analysis, safety data sheets, and third-party audit certificates.
• Support supplier onboarding by coordinating required information and ensuring completeness prior to supplier approval.
• Perform document-based supplier risk reviews and identify gaps, inconsistencies, or missing information.
• Maintain supplier records and databases to ensure information is complete, accurate, and current, including identification of foreign-sourced suppliers and materials.
• Communicate supplier status, documentation gaps, and verification outcomes to Procurement, Quality, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support Supplier Quality Auditors by preparing audit files, reviewing supplier documentation, and tracking corrective action responses.
• Monitor supplier performance data and assist with routine supplier performance reporting.
• Identify & escalate potential supplier risks to the Supplier Quality Manager or Supplier Quality Auditor.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, divisional procedures, and established governance related to supplier quality and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality, food safety, quality systems, or regulatory roles within food, feed, or pet nutrition industries.
• Experience conducting supplier qualification or managing supplier relationships strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of FSMA requirements.
• Experience with Oracle or other ERP systems strongly desired.
• Certifications desired (must be willing to obtain if not already held): HACCP, PCQI, FSVP

Working Conditions:

• Employees in this position may be exposed to various potential chemical 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Lifting or carrying of weights over fifty (50) pounds is rare; employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than fifty (50) pounds.

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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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

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Benefits and Perks


Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• 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.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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: