Operations Leadership Trainee


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Job Title: Operations Leadership Trainee
Location: Mississauga, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Procurement/Purchasing
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Operations Leadership Trainee - Milling

Help Us Shape the Future of Nutrition

Location: Various Canadian Locations

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Pre-employment Requirement: Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference check

About the Role

We're seeking a Operations Leadership Trainee - Milling to join our team at ADM's flour mill in Canadian Locations. This program offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing and leadership experience within a world-class organization. As an Operations Leadership Trainee, you'll learn the real-world workings of ADM-from our people and processes to our equipment and safety culture.

Through structured rotations, you'll build foundational skills in production management, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and employee leadership. The experience provides a strong platform for long-term career growth within ADM's operations network.

What You'll Do

• Supervise operations and employees in a manufacturing environment

• Perform the duties of department superintendents as needed

• Provide strong leadership in safety, quality, and production

• Develop and submit budgets for capital projects

• Monitor inventory, production levels, and shift performance

• Use problem-solving techniques to resolve process upsets

• Apply best manufacturing practices to improve yield and efficiency

• Direct and oversee engineering projects and collaborate on design improvements

• Determine equipment requirements and costs for plant expansions

• Work cross-functionally with vendors, contractors, maintenance, and consultants

• Maintain operational records, monitor performance, and ensure efficient production

What You Bring

• Fluency in both French and English (verbal and written)

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Agricultural/Biological Systems Engineering, or Food Science (recently completed)

• Demonstrated self-starter with strong initiative and accountability

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Strong leadership and motivational abilities

• Continuous improvement mindset and results-driven attitude

• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility

• Willingness to occasionally work off-shifts to meet operational needs

What's in It for You

• Relocation support for this position

• Professional development and structured training

• Opportunity for future relocation and career advancement within ADM

• A collaborative, inclusive workplace that values growth and innovation

Other Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment medical and reference checks

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

• Must be able to work in hot, cold, or wet environments

• Compliance with all local, provincial, and federal safety legislation

• Understanding and adherence to ADM's Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards

#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

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Job Post Date: 03/03/26
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Country: International/Other

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