Production Specialist

Job Description Production Specialist | Entry-levelLocation: Mexico, MOJob Type: Full Time, HourlyPay Range: Starting
$18.66 an hourShift(s) Available: 8 hour shifts (7-3, 3-11, 11-7); straight 12 hours shifts-days (7A - 7P) and nights (7P-7A).
Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as neededWhy Join?Benefits Start First DayMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401K/ESOP, pension with ADM matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short & Long-Term DisabilityCompany Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and ChildrenParental leave (paternity/maternity)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementAdvancement OpportunitiesWeekly PayPerks at work (discount program with several companies)SummaryThis is an entry-level position in our soybean processing plant. The soybeans are processed into meal and oil. The soybean oil is refined and processed into biodiesel. The process operates continuously and is staffed 24/7.
We are looking for high potential individuals ready to take on challenges and responsibilities. You will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion of tasks and look for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Production Specialists are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned under limited supervision.Essential Job Functions:Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including weighing, bagging, packing, unpacking, labeling, and storing products and sanitizing around facility (sweeping, compressed air cleaning)Maintain, monitor and adjust equipmentUtilize computer systems to input and record data as required in regards to safety, sanitation, maintenance and processing equipment operationOperating equipment associated with sanitation and the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, forklifts, skid-steer, grain dryers, front-end loaders, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, scoop shovel, broom, pressure washer, tape measure, fall restraint systems, semi-automatic packing system, etc.Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environmentUnderstand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.Maintaining a safe and clean work environmentExhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policyAlways exhibit a professional image; maintain a positive and supportive attitudeOther duties as assignedRequirements:Must be 18 years or olderMust be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipAbility to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)High School diploma or equivalentBasic computer skills (Word and Excel)Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices preferredOn-the-Job Training Requirements:Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental trainingParticipate in company planned operations trainingWorking ConditionsAmbient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoorsAtmosphere: Dust and odorMust 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 shiftCompany 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 protection 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 RequirementsAbility 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 frequentlyAbility 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 spacesAbility 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 overheadRequires ability and willingness to wear respiratorsAbility to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workdayWork HoursAbility to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as neededThe shift schedules include 8 hour shifts (7-3, 3-11, 11-7); straight 12 hours shifts-days (7A - 7P) and nights (7P-7A). ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. REF:86574BR