Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation and Holidays - available immediately
Paid Sick Leave
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 Reimbursement
Advancement Opportunities
Weekly Pay
Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
Summary
The Production Specialist position assists with the implementation of our plant preventive maintenance programs. This position supports the operators and the maintenance team by helping with light maintenance and helps with the lockout/tagout of equipment or setting up equipment for CIP (Cleaning in Place). This position is also responsible for gathering and running samples, unloading chemical delivery trucks, and will be available for plant cleaning tasks (i.e., GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), MSS (Master Sanitation Schedule), spill clean ups, etc.). The Production Specialist will also begin to learn our process and will work with the operators to assist in process troubleshooting.
Essential Job Functions:
Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and building.
Clean and sanitize product contact surfaces according to established Standard Safety Operating Procedures such as screens, pipes, valves, tanks, blenders, etc.
Clean and sanitizer non-product contact surfaces according to established Standard Safety Operating Procedures such as wall, floors, drains, etc.
Complete tasks according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including setting up equipment for cleaning/steaming or CIP, Painting of equipment and/or structures (i.e., stair railings, building walls, etc....) and/or assisting Operations in emergency situations (i.e., Troubleshooting, Sample gathering, etc.).
Conduct Monthly Fire Protection Hydrant inspections.
Run trash pump to remove water and run grain vacuum to reclaim product back into process
Dumps process waste hoppers in designated areas.
Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment.
Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, safety concerns, and maintenance issues.
Operating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for chemical deliveries including trucks and/or rail cars, forklift, skid-steer, front-end loaders, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, semi-automatic packing system, etc.
Utilize computer systems to input and record data as required in regard to safety, sanitation, maintenance, and processing equipment operation.
Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.
Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
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)
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)
On-the-Job Training Requirements:
Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training (Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Safety Regulations, environmental programs, and operational procedures to ensure the safety of coworkers and product integrity)
Participate in company planned operations training
Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, Non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.
Working Conditions
Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors
Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, and odor
Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. *Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.
Physical Requirements
Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and 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; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators
Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday
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: 08/15/25
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