Global Technology Director, Specialty Ingredients – Decatur, IL - ADM
Decatur, IL
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80353BR
Job Title:
Global Technology Director, Specialty Ingredients – Decatur, IL
Department/Function:
Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities
Job Description:
Global Technology Director, Specialty Ingredients – Decatur, IL
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary:
Global Technology Directors lead seven specialty operations areas including: Oilseeds; Carbohydrate Solutions; Animal Nutrition & Human Nutrition; Proteins; Milling; and Flavors. Each Director reports to specialty operations leader and collaborates with capex and S&T teams to determine priorities and develop a portfolio of technology-based projects for execution. The Global Technology Directors then lead the project portfolio for their respective specialty operations, providing technical support and aligning technologies globally to partner with R&D on innovation. Each Director will lead a small team of direct reports; success of the team will hinge on individuals’ ability to influence and collaborate with others throughout operations and R&D.
The seven Global Technology Directors and their teams will be responsible for leading, guiding, coordinating, standardizing and ensuring the contributions/impact of the full Center of Excellence across ADM’s global operations. Responsible for ADM’s getting to and remaining at the forefront of innovation and efficiency through the introduction and use of technology within its global operations.
Job Responsibilities:
+ Direct your team in collaboration with technical community to provide process engineering support as needed for development of efficient operations including quality products to our customers
+ Direct the capex planning process for your business units annual and 5 year plans.
+ Manage the capital portfolio, aligned with our strategy by the business leaders
+ Ensure resource allocation for the stewardship of viable capital projects from inception thru validation
+ Ensure your teams level of staffing can deliver on the key business objectives
+ Effective management of personnel and resources to balance schedules, budgets, and scope/quality of projects under the guidance of the capex process depending on the dollar value of the projects
+ Ensure written and verbal communication of project activities and key metrics shall be provided to stakeholders and sponsors
+ Proactively engaging in safety, environmental and quality activities which improve overall results while enhancing/sustaining the desired culture
+ Maintain an awareness of technologies and industry trends via investigating the means by which unit operations can be improved, implemented, and managed
+ Coach, mentor and training engineers in engagement with process technology suppliers to deliver on objectives
Job Requirements:
+ Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical/Agricultural/Mechanical) or appropriate Agribusiness-related specialization required
+ 10 – 15 years success and career progression to include a variety of roles in operations leadership (i.e., plant/site) and support (i.e., quality, process and/or continuous improvement, technical support, operations analysis)
+ A proven record of new technology deployments new and/or modifying current operations
+ Excellent communication skills – both oral and detailed written are needed to be effective in this position.
+ General knowledge of software systems such as Microsoft Office applications
+ Travel both in country and abroad at 10-20%
Physical Demands:
+ Employee will at times need to work in plant environment in which the physical requirement of the job requires ability to climb stairs/ladders, lift 50 pounds, prolonged periods of standing and sitting, computer work, and from heights, and working adjusted hours. Prompt attendance is a must.
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 pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
REF:80353BR
Req/Job ID:
80353BR
City:
Decatur
State:
IL - Illinois
Ref ID:
#LI-LR2
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ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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#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 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 offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and life insurance; on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable)
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid vacation time, plus 11 paid holidays and one paid personal day
+ Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
+ Tuition assistance
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs
Job Title:
Global Technology Director, Specialty Ingredients – Decatur, IL
Department/Function:
Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities
Job Description:
Global Technology Director, Specialty Ingredients – Decatur, IL
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary:
Global Technology Directors lead seven specialty operations areas including: Oilseeds; Carbohydrate Solutions; Animal Nutrition & Human Nutrition; Proteins; Milling; and Flavors. Each Director reports to specialty operations leader and collaborates with capex and S&T teams to determine priorities and develop a portfolio of technology-based projects for execution. The Global Technology Directors then lead the project portfolio for their respective specialty operations, providing technical support and aligning technologies globally to partner with R&D on innovation. Each Director will lead a small team of direct reports; success of the team will hinge on individuals’ ability to influence and collaborate with others throughout operations and R&D.
The seven Global Technology Directors and their teams will be responsible for leading, guiding, coordinating, standardizing and ensuring the contributions/impact of the full Center of Excellence across ADM’s global operations. Responsible for ADM’s getting to and remaining at the forefront of innovation and efficiency through the introduction and use of technology within its global operations.
Job Responsibilities:
+ Direct your team in collaboration with technical community to provide process engineering support as needed for development of efficient operations including quality products to our customers
+ Direct the capex planning process for your business units annual and 5 year plans.
+ Manage the capital portfolio, aligned with our strategy by the business leaders
+ Ensure resource allocation for the stewardship of viable capital projects from inception thru validation
+ Ensure your teams level of staffing can deliver on the key business objectives
+ Effective management of personnel and resources to balance schedules, budgets, and scope/quality of projects under the guidance of the capex process depending on the dollar value of the projects
+ Ensure written and verbal communication of project activities and key metrics shall be provided to stakeholders and sponsors
+ Proactively engaging in safety, environmental and quality activities which improve overall results while enhancing/sustaining the desired culture
+ Maintain an awareness of technologies and industry trends via investigating the means by which unit operations can be improved, implemented, and managed
+ Coach, mentor and training engineers in engagement with process technology suppliers to deliver on objectives
Job Requirements:
+ Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical/Agricultural/Mechanical) or appropriate Agribusiness-related specialization required
+ 10 – 15 years success and career progression to include a variety of roles in operations leadership (i.e., plant/site) and support (i.e., quality, process and/or continuous improvement, technical support, operations analysis)
+ A proven record of new technology deployments new and/or modifying current operations
+ Excellent communication skills – both oral and detailed written are needed to be effective in this position.
+ General knowledge of software systems such as Microsoft Office applications
+ Travel both in country and abroad at 10-20%
Physical Demands:
+ Employee will at times need to work in plant environment in which the physical requirement of the job requires ability to climb stairs/ladders, lift 50 pounds, prolonged periods of standing and sitting, computer work, and from heights, and working adjusted hours. Prompt attendance is a must.
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 pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
REF:80353BR
Req/Job ID:
80353BR
City:
Decatur
State:
IL - Illinois
Ref ID:
#LI-LR2
:
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.
:
#LI-Onsite
t:
#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 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/)
:
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and life insurance; on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable)
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid vacation time, plus 11 paid holidays and one paid personal day
+ Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
+ Tuition assistance
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs
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