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Distillation Manager - Winter Haven, FL

ADM -
Winter Haven, FL

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Job Details

$72,900 - $131,800 a year
4 hours ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
On-site gym
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Cash balance pension plan
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Gym membership
Life insurance

Qualifications

Fluid dynamics
Blending
Food processing
Automation
Team leadership
Supervising experience
Chemical separation processes
Bachelor's degree
Automated systems

Full Job Description

Distillation Manager - Winter Haven, FL

Job Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operation of vacuum distillation columns, fractionating units, strippers, and evaporators.
People Management – Plant Engineer and Pilot Plant lead Operator as direct reports.
Optimize processing parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rates) to maximize yield and purity of citrus oils (e.g., orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit).
Manage production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets.
Develop process feed blends to meet customer requirements and optimize workflows.
Collaborate with the QA/QC laboratory to monitor gas chromatography (GC-MS) results and physical properties (refractive index, specific gravity).
Ensure all finished oils meet rigorous sensory (aroma, flavor) and analytical specifications for food and fragrance safety.
Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards (GFSI, SQF, HACCP, GMP) and organic/kosher/halal certifications where applicable.
Troubleshoot process deviations, equipment malfunctions, and yield variations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean/Six Sigma) to reduce waste, shorten cycle times, and lower energy consumption.
Participate in capital expenditure (Cap-Ex) projects, including equipment upgrades and facility expansions.
Supervise, train, and mentor distillation technicians and operators, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
Enforce strict adherence to OSHA regulations, hazardous material handling protocols, and environmental permits (air/wastewater emissions).
Maintain accurate production logs, inventory records, and regulatory documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related technical field.
5+ years of experience in chemical distillation or botanical extraction, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role. Direct experience with citrus oil processing, essential oils, or flavors/fragrances is highly preferred.
Deep understanding of fractional distillation, mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermal processes.
Familiarity with automated process control systems (DCS/SCADA/PLC).
Strong analytical problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative leadership style.

Preferred Requirements:

10+ years of experience leading a plant engaged in citrus ingredients processing using batch and continuous distillation.
Experience with ERP systems, standard costing models and procurement;
Continuous Improvement leadership and application of CI processes in a production environment;.
Demonstrated scale-up experience and/or new technology development experience in a production environment;
Experience with Quality Management Systems and QC lab testing and procedures;
Direct experience managing a OSHA PSM compliant facility.

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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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:

$72,900.00 - $131,800.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

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.

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