Assistant Superintendent - Norfolk, NE

Archer Daniels Midland•Norfolk, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Superintendent, you'll support the Superintendent in managing daily operations at our grain elevator. Your responsibilities will include loading/unloading, sampling, grading, transferring, blending, and storing grain. You'll ensure a safe, sanitary workplace in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT). You'll also train and lead hourly employees, perform special assignments, and maintain preventative maintenance and sanitation schedules.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
2 years of experience leading and developing teams in an industrial or agricultural setting
Experience leading plant safety programs and hazard analysis.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage people, schedules, and resources.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate and train teams.
Skilled in conflict resolution and fair, direct coaching.
Problem-solving and organizational skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
Working knowledge of Maximo and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, Access, SharePoint).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee daily plant operations, including environmental compliance, food safety, quality control, production, and cost optimization
Champion the safety of all personnel by actively participating in safety and health compliance, conducting audits, addressing hazards promptly, and modeling safe practices
Identify safety, environmental, and GMP hazards and take prompt corrective action
Prioritize shift work and assign resources to effectively utilize each team member's experience and abilities
Develop and lead hourly team members through training, mentoring, and performance feedback
Apply mechanical and electrical knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and grounds
Lead preventive maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime and identify cost-saving opportunities
Lead projects focused on energy reduction, cost savings, and operational reliability
Collaborate with commercial and plant teams to support overall operations
Ensure corporate policies, industry regulations, and standards are followed in all daily activities