Production Specialist - Columbus, NE

Overview

Job Description

Production Specialist | Entry Level

Location:

Columbus, NE

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Pay Range: up to $20.47 an hour

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Why Join?

• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and building.
• Clean and sanitize product contact surfaces according to established Standard Safety Operating Procedures (SSOP) such as screens, pipes, valves, tanks, blenders, etc.
• Clean and sanitize non-product contact surfaces according to SSOP 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 (e.g., stair railings, building walls) and/or assisting Operations in emergency situations (e.g., troubleshooting, sample gathering).
• 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.
• Operate 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.

• 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)

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training (Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA 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.

• Ambient conditions – typical 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 in addition to job-specific PPE requirements. (Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.)

• Ability to move about the 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 miles during the course of a workday

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on market location, knowledge, skills, and experience. The pay is $20.47 per hour and overtime applies for qualifying hours. The position is at-will.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts. ADM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to 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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