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GREENFIELD MILLING

Director of R&D

Denver, CO

The Director of Research & Development provides strategic and technical leadership for the ... Serve as the company's technical expert in flour milling, grain science, cereal chemistry, and ...

The Mennel Milling Company

Project Engineer

Newton, NC · On-site

Provide engineering support for flour milling, bakery mix processing, ingredient handling, batching ... Does not have direct reports. QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of ...

Bay State Milling

Grain Handler

Platteville, CO · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Direct the loading of millfeed and screenings trucks and if necessary, railcars. * Responsible for ... Assists in the flour milling process as an operator of the mill on an on-call basis. Fills in as ...

Bay State Milling

Grain Handler

Platteville, CO · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Assists in the flour milling process as an operator of the mill on an on-call basis. Fills in as ... areas as directed. WHAT WE OFFER: This position is eligible for FULL BENEFITS following the ...

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Bay State Milling Company

Grain Handler

Platteville, CO · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Direct the loading of millfeed and screenings trucks and if necessary, railcars. * Responsible for ... Assists in the flour milling process as an operator of the mill on an on-call basis. Fills in as ...

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Archer Daniels Midland

Manages and oversees equipment operations of one white flour milling as part of a self-directed team. * Optimize yields, moistures, capacity and product quality in accordance with budgetary ...

Winlandfoods

Minot Milling Shift Miller

Minot, ND · On-site

$29.80/hr

Safely load/unload railcars and trucks with flour, by-products, and wheat. * Take daily bin ... Direct the blending of semolina andfloursto pasta operations or load-out facilities. * Manage feed ...

ADM

Mill Technician 2 - Carthage, MO

Carthage, MO · On-site

$49K - $82K/yr

Manages and oversees equipment operations of one white flour milling as part of a self-directed team.Optimize yields, moistures, capacity and product quality in accordance with budgetary ...

KurzSolutions

Cardiovascular Technologist

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Minneapolis was historically a marketplace for timber, became the flour milling capital of the ... direct supervision of a Cardiologist. The Contractor's Diagnostic Radiological Technologist ...

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How much do director flour milling jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for director flour milling in the United States is $108,675.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Flour Milling vs Mill Manager?

AspectDirector Flour MillingMill Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple mills, strategic planning, and industry complianceManages daily operations of a single mill, staff supervision, and production
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in food science, engineering, or related field; extensive industry experienceUsually requires experience in milling operations; technical certifications are common
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices and multiple mill sitesOn-site at a specific mill facility
Industry UsageCommon in large corporations overseeing multiple facilitiesFound in individual mills or smaller companies

The main difference between a Director Flour Milling and a Mill Manager lies in scope and responsibilities. The Director focuses on strategic oversight across multiple mills, while the Mill Manager handles daily operations of a single facility. Both roles require industry-specific credentials and experience, but the Director's role is more strategic and broad in scope.

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Infographic showing various Director Flour Milling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,675 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Director of R&D

GREENFIELD MILLING

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the development, improvement, and commercialization of flour-based products, grain ingredients, blends, and value-added solutions.

  • Support manufacturing, quality, sales, marketing, and customers to ensure products meet functional, regulatory, food safety, and commercial requirements.

  • Oversee product development from concept through commercialization while driving continuous improvement, ingredient optimization, and cost reduction.

Job description

The Director of Research & Development provides strategic and technical leadership for the development, improvement, and commercialization of flour-based products, grain ingredients, blends, and value-added solutions. This position will lead innovation efforts while supporting manufacturing, quality, sales, marketing, and customers to ensure products meet functional, regulatory, food safety, and commercial requirements.
The Director oversees product development from concept through commercialization while driving continuous improvement, ingredient optimization, cost reduction, and technical excellence across the organizational strategies. This person can be based out of Logan, UT, Salt Lake City, UT or Denver, CO.

Director of R & D Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute the company's R&D strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead development of new flour products, custom blends, premixes, and specialty grain ingredients.
  • Improve existing products for functionality, quality, nutrition, shelf life, and cost.
  • Identify emerging consumer trends and evaluate new ingredients and technologies.
  • Serve as the company's technical expert in flour milling, grain science, cereal chemistry, and baking applications.
  • Lead laboratory, pilot plant, and commercial production trials.
  • Develop technical specifications and testing protocols.
  • Support manufacturing and customer technical troubleshooting.
  • Partner with Operations to improve milling yields, consistency, and efficiency.
  • Optimize blending and ingredient handling processes.
  • Lead continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing.
  • Work directly with customers on product development projects.
  • Assist with customer presentations and technical documentation.
  • Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Biotechnology, food science, biology, or a related field, plus 2–3 years of relevant experience.
  • Relevant industry experience R&D, and commercialization of food or dairy products and ingredients.
  • Travel requirement is up to 25%.
  • The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in collaboration, technical communication, and effective presentation, coupled with the ability to work cohesively with diverse teams. The candidate should demonstrate expertise in research design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of scientific findings, paired with strategic thinking and business acumen. A strong work ethic, integrity, and a commitment to representing farmer values are essential attributes for this role.

Working Conditions:

  • Frequently required to sit, walk, and stand.
  • Frequently use hands, arms, and fingers for high volume of typing, etc.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. 

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance (first day of the month after starting date)
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D, Employer Paid
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Accident Insurance, optional
  • Critical Illness Insurance, optional
  • 401K, Employer Match
  • PTO & Vacation Pay 
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Company Product Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement, up to $5,000.00 per calendar year
  • Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave
  • Company Incentive Plan
  • Bereavement Pay
  • Relocation Available

Utah Flour Milling dba Greenfield Milling is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. #PM21

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