Plant Operations Assistant

Des Moines

IA - Iowa

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description

Plant Operations Assistant - Des Moines, IA

Job Description

This position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to ensure the plant runs smoothly, shipments go out on time, and departments have the supplies needed for day-to-day operations.

• Responsible for arranging the movement of freight from the plant to the customer base
• Responsible to help prepare and deliver proper documentation such as packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and trucking invoices after products have shipped to customer.
• Create Shipping orders and work with the Trucking team to secure trailers for shipment.
• Provide support with product complaints due to shipping errors.
• Monitor daily reports and ensure that all freight for assigned locations is covered by the requested ship date
• Act as the liaison between the plant and trucking carriers
• Process inbound paperwork and data entry into Oracle for raw materials
• Data entry of freight invoices
• Submit Purchase requisitions for operations team supplies
• Review purchase orders and process/receive against them when supplies are delivered
• Serve as the primary contact for third-party service providers for uniform and safety related services
• Support quarterly physical inventory count activities
• Provides daily clerical support to all on-site functions.
• Assist management with preparing documentation, reports and filing.
• Records retention- Maintain and document records going into storage.
• Plan, or assist in planning events and meetings
• Flexible to be assigned additional tasks by management as needed

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to prioritize and follow through with multiple tasks, take direction from multiple sources, and be inventive in getting things done

• Ability to troubleshoot and determine resources that may be needed to solve problems with the Logistics process.

• Good verbal and written communication skills, convey information professionally and concisely.
• Familiarity with accounts payable systems
• Experience with spreadsheet and word processing software
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is preferred
• Excellent documentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Must be dependable, ethical and professional
• Strict adherence to confidentiality in all aspects of the position

Preferred Requirements

• 2 year college degree
• 1-2 years' experience in customer service, logistic, supply chain, or manufacturing role

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$32, $59,000.00

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

• Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

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 welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of 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

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

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103178BR

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