Process Development Specialist - Decatur, IL

Corn Refiners Association; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness program

Financial wellness program

Mental and social wellness (EAP)

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning and training

Job summary

ADM in Decatur, IL, seeks a Process Development Specialist to support day-to-day pilot-scale operations in the Development Products group. You will work with research engineers to set up, operate, and troubleshoot pilot equipment across locations, focusing on Decatur.

You will interpret P&ID diagrams, develop SOPs for new and existing processes, and handle varying shift schedules up to 24/5 or 24/7 for several months. Strong problem-solving is required.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in process/pilot operations.
• Experience with unit operations: filtration, distillation, evaporation, centrifugation, carbon treatment, ion exchange, chromatographic separation, solids handling, chemical reactions.
• Experience in a process development or research environment is desired.
• High School Diploma or GED is required; technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure safety of personnel and OSHA compliance.
• Recognize hazards and mitigate to protect safety and quality.
• Work with hazardous processes such as high temp, high pressure, corrosives, flammables, steam and hot oil.
• Plan and execute pilot plant trials with Engineers and Scientists.
• Write, modify SOPs, Work Instructions, Lockout Procedures, and Experimental Plans.
• Setup, troubleshoot and commission piloting equipment.
• Monitor and operate equipment to meet experimental boundaries.
• Coordinate sample collection, submission, and data compiling.
• Train operators on startup, operation, shutdown and cleaning.
• Interface with control rooms and computer terminals.
• Work with contractors to modify and maintain pilot scale equipment and skids.
• Ability to drive a forklift.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

P&ID interpretation

Pilot plant equipment setup

Job description

Process Development Specialist - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Research & Development

Job Description

This is a salary non-exempt level position.

Position Summary

The Process Development Specialist will be part of a team which is responsible for supporting day to day pilot scale operations for the Research Process Development Group. The team will work with novel and legacy technologies to drive innovation across ADM’s business units.

The specialist will work directly with research engineers and scientists to setup, commission, and operate pilot scale equipment across multiple ADM locations with a primarily focus at our Development Products facility in Decatur, IL.

The candidate will interpret and modify Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, develop and modify Standard Operating Procedures for new and existing processes, and troubleshoot equipment during operations.

Experiments and production campaigns will require periods of shift work including 24/5 (8hr) and 24/7 (12hr) coverage for up to three months at a time. Both night and day shift coverage will be necessary to achieve the goals of the group.

The successful candidate must be self-driven, willing to expand their knowledge, and capable of teaching others. They will be willing to troubleshoot equipment, document results, and be adaptive as technical knowledge improves and processes change.

Responsibilities

• Help to ensure the safety of all personnel and maintain compliance with OSHA regulations
• Recognize environmental and safety hazards and take actions to ensure they are mitigated so as not to affect employee safety, process quality, and environmental compliance
• Recognize and understand how to work with hazardous processes such as high temperature, high pressure, corrosives, flammables, steam, and hot oil.
• Work with Engineers and Scientists to plan and execute all aspects of pilot plant trials including
  • Write, modify, and update Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Equipment Specific Lockout Procedures and Experimental Plans as results dictate.
  • Setup, troubleshoot and commission piloting equipment
  • Monitor and operate equipment to meet experimental boundaries
  • Coordinate sample collection, submission, and data compiling.
• Train operators on proper startup, operation, shutdown, and cleaning of piloting equipment.
• Interface with computer terminals, and monitoring plant functions via computer and control rooms
• Work alongside contractors to modify, upgrade, and maintain pilot scale equipment and skids
• Have ability to drive a fork truck

Education

• A High School Diploma or GED is Required.
• Two- or four-year degree in technical field is preferred

Experience

• Five or more years of experience in process/pilot operations.
• The individual must have experience with a range of unit operations such as filtration, distillation, evaporation, centrifugation, carbon treatment, ion exchange, chromatographic separation, solids handling, and chemical reactions.
• Experience in a process development or research environment is desired.

Physical Requirements

• Applicant must have regular, prompt attendance
• Have the ability to climb stairs, perform some lifting (50#’s), sit and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, working with heights, bending, kneeling, and become respirator qualified if needed
• Candidate must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as hot and cold temperatures and a dust environment.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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:

$36,900 - $79,900

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.

#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

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.