CD&D H&W Probiotic Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA (ON-Site)

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Job Title: CD&D H&W Probiotic Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA (ON-Site)

Company Name:	Archer Daniels Midland
Location:	Kennesaw, GA United States
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	03/02/2026
Expire Date:	05/06/2026
Job Categories:	Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations, Science

Job Description

CD&D H&W Probiotic Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA (ON-Site)
CD&D H&W Probiotic Lab Manager, Kennesaw

Job Purpose:

Coordinate and supervise the CD&D Health & Wellness Application Science Laboratory in Kennesaw.
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of laboratory trials to support the qualification of new ingredients within the Biotic platform, including the validation of applications for the Health & Wellness portfolio with a focus on Microbiome solutions.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across CD&D, including Commercial, Research & Development, Marketing, and Product Development, to ensure effective alignment and project delivery.
Contribute to the development of technical know-how and application science materials across various application areas in human and animal health, covering multiple market segments such as food, beverages, pet products, and particularly dietary supplements.

Main Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate the CD&D H&W Team based in ADM Kennesaw.
Coordinate and execute the CD&D assessment actions in the laboratory at Kennesaw, including stability trials, qualification of new ingredients, validation of new applications, reproduction of manufacturing processes, DS pilot trials, etc.
Work and communicate cross-functions (E.g. Business, Platform, R&D, CD&D, Marketing, Regulatory) to ensure the readiness of the new ingredients within Biotic Platform.
Alignment with R&D team for the transference and optimization of new methodologies and procedures.
Actively work with commercial team to support customer projects involving H&W ingredients that require laboratory testing.
Provide support in global projects within CD&D H&W, for DS, F&B and PET/PAW segments.

Skills & Abilities:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Planner) and statistical analysis software.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills with a focus on objectives.
Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions.
Innovative mindset with strong creative problem-solving abilities

Education & Experience:

University degree in Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology, Biology, or a related field.
1–2 years of proven experience working with food supplement dosage formats or products within the food, beverage, or feed industry. Previous experience in R&D, particularly in projects involving bacterial applications or characterization, will be valued.
Solid knowledge of Microbiology, Microscopy, and Molecular Biology techniques.
Experience in coordinating laboratory trials and setting up stability studies in finished applications containing microbiome ingredients.

Competencies: (Every position requires: Attitude, Concern for Quality, Integrity/Values, Diversity, Safety. In addition, please choose 5-7 competencies most relevant for the position)

Performance and Results Orientation
Problem Solving
Organisation/Planning
Building Relationships
People Management
Job Knowledge/Technical Proficiency
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Adaptability
Judgement
Teamwork
Strategic Planning
Reliability
Decision Making/Risk Taking
influence
innovation/Continuous Improvement

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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Company Name:

Archer Daniels Midland

Website:

https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25416&siteid=5998&jobid=3353774&codes=HBCU#

Company Description:

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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