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84246BR

Job Title:

Technical Development Process Engineer - Litchfield, MN

Department/Function:

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description:

Technical Development Engineer- Litchfield, MN

This is a full-time, exempt position.

JOB SUMMARY

The Technical Development Director collaborates with the plant leadership teams to analyze operations and identify improvement opportunities. This key team member leads scope of work development with supporting return on investment (ROI) accompanied by the implementation schedule of cost-effective solutions that streamlines people, products, and processes to achieve maximum efficiency in Litchfield. While fostering a culture of employee engagement and ownership.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Analyze operations & identify improvement opportunities with cost-effective solutions.

2. Write reports and present findings to the Litchfield team and company executives in a current state format that clearly states the opportunity. Followed by the future state with scope of work and return on investment in a current state and future state format that everyone can easily follow.

3. Work alongside team members to identify resources, develop implementation plans, and work around production schedules while establishing targets that define success.

4. Provide technical support for and assist with the training of current and recruitment of new team members.

5. Serves as a liaison with customers, Litchfield team and other key stakeholders.

6. Immediately prioritizes and addresses issues that could negatively affect people, quality, and food safety.

7. Identifies and documents product and process specifications to ensure consistency throughout the production process.

8. Keeps up to date with advancements in the processing, spray drying, and packaging of ingredients and dairy flavors.

JOB DUTIES

1. Streamlines processes so Litchfield operates at maximum efficiency.

2. Addresses process performance issues and schedules meetings when required.

3. Updates project, process, work schedules and adjusts targets as needed.

4. Reviews accident and incident reports.

5. Performs other related duties as assigned

6. Create material and energy balances around processes as well as stoichiometric modeling of reactions

7. Manage and interpret process data for use in the DMAIC method of improvement

8. Develop and execute capex projects and spearhead/implement continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Extensive knowledge of the workflow associated with wet blending, spray drying and powder packaging processes.

2. Keep up to date with current and industry trends through classes & webinars.

3. Work collaboratively in a team environment across multiple facilities to successfully navigate the needs of the organization.

4. Develop positive working relationships with customers, employees and technical resources.

5. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.

6. Advanced computer knowledge and skills.

QUALITY CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

1. Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, keeping work area clean and organized.

2. Knowledge of and ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

3. Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.

NOTE : Required to report food safety problems or concerns immediately to a person with authority to initiate action as indicated on the organizational chart.

MEMBER OF FOLLOWING TEAMS

1. Litchfield Crisis Management

2. Employee Safety

3. EOS Planning

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or project management field is required.

• At least five years of new process and product development and improvement along with ability to structure as a capex project in a spraying drying facility is required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Position is based in Litchfield, MN. With occasional travel to New Berlin and Colby WI to provide support as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

• Ability to travel throughout facility as required to monitor processes.

Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. 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.

Req/Job ID:

84246BR

City:

Litchfield

State:

MN - Minnesota

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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 www.adm.com.

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

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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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.