Plant Utility Dry Grind


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Job Title: Plant Utility Dry Grind
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA, Midwest United States, USA

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

Job Description: Job Description

Plant Utility (Dry Grind) - Cedar Rapids, IA

$1500 Sign-On Bonus!

Starting pay: $27.92 + shift differential

Shift(s) Required: 12 hour Rotating days/nights

Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, and on occasion different shifts.

ADM is a part of the production of 30% of the food supply globally, on average you touch at least 7 items per day made with ADM ingredients. Everyone who works here is a big part of feeding the world. Learn more about ADM here: https://www.adm.com/

Why Join?

  • Weekly Pay
  • Benefits Start First Day
  • Company provided Uniforms
  • Work Boot Allowance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,' Spouse and Children
  • Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
The Dry Grind Plant Utility performs various duties to support the Dry Grind Corn Plant, including adjusting plant equipment, operating motorized equipment, collecting and processing samples, completing GMP assignments, and training for an Operator level role.

Responsibilities:
  • Actively engages in required qualification trainings for Utility and Operator level roles within respective department and obtains qualification within set deadlines of training plan.
  • Assists operational activities within the process area including, but not limited to, starting equipment, stopping equipment, aiding with troubleshooting of problematic process equipment, bumping out or cleaning conveying systems, changing filters, and cleaning strainer systems.
  • Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.
  • Collects in-process samples at appropriate collection times, conducts laboratory testing, and enters results to database.
  • Operates motorized heavy equipment, including locomotives, forklifts, skid-steers, front-end loaders, scissor lifts, articulating boom lifts, and other equipment.
  • Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.
  • Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.
  • Conducts routine maintenance checks, cleanings, and performs basic preventive maintenance on process equipment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.
On the Job Requirements:
  • Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.
  • Willing to take on initiative and assist with driving results.
  • Able to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Able to communicate effectively with department operators and leadership.
  • Possesses strong attention to detail and high levels of quality of work.
Minimum Requirements and Skills
  • High School Diploma/GED, required
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
  • Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)
  • Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing and verbal communication)
  • Proficiency in Windows Computer Operating System and related software.
  • Mechanical inclination and aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
  • Understanding of manufacturing safety policies and procedures.
  • Experience in Industrial Manufacturing or Mechanical and/or similar military environment, preferred
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Ability to move about on a work site by ascending/descending stairs, extensive walking, climbing steps or ladders, prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently
  • Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights with open view grating from multiple elevations or in confined spaces
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds overhead
  • Ability to traverse two (2) miles or more during the course of a workday
  • Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Working in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal elements, both indoors and outside on a regular basis.
  • Atmosphere: May come in contact with Dust (Peanut - known allergen), corn, cotton, canola seed, chemicals and odor
  • Must be able to work around vibrating equipment and noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and will require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
  • Employees are required to wear all company provided Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements (i.e., fall protection equipment and respirators)


ADM requires the successful completion of a background check

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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 are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 05/23/25
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