Production Operator - Erlanger, KY

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Job Title: Production Operator - Erlanger, KY
Location: Erlanger, KY, South United States, USA

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

Job Description: Job Description

Production Operator

Location: Erlanger, KY

Vacancies: 2nd & 3rd Shift

Schedule: 8 hour shifts; overtime and weekends as needed

Hours: 2nd Shift - 2pm to 1030pm & 3rd Shift - 10pm to 630am

Position Summary

The Production Operator is responsible for safely operating manufacturing, blending, and processing equipment across the Dry Blends, Spray Dry, Dairy, MID, and Weigh Ups areas. This role ensures accurate material handling, product quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient production while supporting ADM's commitment to a zero-injury culture.

Key Responsibilities

Perform all job functions in compliance with ADM safety standards, GMP, OSHA, HACCP, ISO, USDA, Kosher, BATF, and food safety requirements
Read, understand, and execute Manufacturing Orders, SOPs, and production instructions
Precisely weigh, verify, and add raw materials and intermediates to batches
Operate and monitor processing equipment including:
- Blenders and batching systems
- Steam jacketed kettles, vacuum dryers, homogenizers, pumps
- Blend tanks, filtration systems, sieves, and related ancillary equipment
Make in-process adjustments based on analytical data (temperature, moisture, flow, etc.)
Execute rework, formula adjustments, and corrections per QC and formula requirements
Collect samples, follow QC procedures, and report deviations to leadership
Package, sample, and label products per customer and order specifications
Complete all required transactions in SAP, CMS, MWS, and AS400 systems
Accurately document production activities to ensure lot traceability and yield accuracy
Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas per Master Sanitation Schedule
Support team objectives and perform additional duties as assigned
Maintain regular attendance and a professional, team-focused attitude

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
Strong attention to detail (lot numbers, order numbers, measurements)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules as needed
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 55 lbs repeatedly during an 8 hour shift
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
Ability to wear a respirator
Work environment may include exposure to chemical and food allergens

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:108953BR

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Job Post Date: 05/15/26