SME, CD&D Beverage Color - Erlanger, KY

Position Summary

The individual holding this position is required to have working knowledge of Color Science in Food and Beverage applications, specifically with Colors Exempt from Certification (commonly known as Natural Colors), including common knowledge of raw materials and ingredients used in their creation. Also, a general understanding of formulation trouble‑shooting and stability protocol for color and finished products is expected.

• Product Development
• Broad Color Portfolio
• Liquids and Liquid Blends
• Dispersions
• Powders and Powder Blends
• Extracts and Juice Concentrates
• Applications across Food and Beverage (Pet Food a plus)
• Commercialization from Bench‑Top to Production‑Scale

Prior experience with Color Development is required. The successful candidate should have strong presentation skills and the ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers. (Position may require some travel to customers.)

• Responsible for developing color formulations suitable for food & beverage applications (pet food application a plus)
• Collaboration and cooperation with other employees, including other color scientists and product developers
• Partner with Operations and QC to successfully scale up newly created solutions
• Executing stability protocol on color toolbox and finished products to validate stable solutions

Sense of urgency; adaptability; ability to prioritize workload, with rapid shifts; open communication; technical knowledge; collaboration; flexibility; teamwork; problem solving; dependability; curiosity; integrity; commitment to safety.

• BS/MS (Science) with 5+ yrs’ color science experience;
• PhD with 3+ yrs’ color science experience outside of academia

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.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $ - $

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long‑term incentive plan.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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.

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).

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as Linked In Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

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 creating welcoming, truly inclusive work 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…