Colors Operator 2nd Shift - Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels Midland • Erlanger, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an hourly level position. The Colors Operator is responsible for operating assigned blend tank, homogenization, filtration, and other equipment according to instructions. This role also involves cleaning equipment and the work area, reading and understanding manufacturing orders, precisely weighing raw materials and intermediates, following QC and sampling procedures, and reporting deviations. The operator will execute rework and formula adjustments, package and sample products, report yield deviations, and perform required transactions on AS400 terminals and handheld scanners. Adherence to all Kosher, BATF, USDA, ISO 9001/2000, GMP, and HACCP procedures is mandatory to ensure product safety. The position contributes to the team by performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures
• Willing to work overtime and weekends if needed
• Demonstrate initiative to work independently while flexible enough to work in team setting when needed
• Exhibit a professional image at all times; maintain a positive and supportive attitude
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly
• Ability to pay attention to and focus on small details. i.e., lot numbers, order numbers, etc.
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement
• Ability to safely and successful perform the essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Able to lift 50lbs on a continuous basis throughout an 8-12 hour shift
• Wear a respirator
• Able to stand, walk, lift, reach and bend throughout an 8-12 hour shift
• Employees in this position working at this location are [or may be] exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job.
• ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned blend tank, homogenization, filtration and other equipment according to instructions
• Clean the above equipment and entire work area as assigned (including Master sanitation Schedule)
• Read, understand and follow all manufacturing instructions listed on Manufacturing Orders
• Precisely weigh raw materials and intermediates as listed on Manufacturing Orders
• Follow QC and sampling procedures. Report QC deviations to Team Leaders
• Execute rework and formula adjustments according to QC and formula requirements
• Package and sample products according to customer requirements as listed on Order Headers and other documents.
• Report yield or any other deviations to management
• Execute all required transactions on the AS400 terminals and hand held scanners
• Follow all Kosher, BATF, USDA and other regulatory requirements
• Follow ISO 9001/2000, GMP and HACCP procedures to ensure product safety
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties and assignments as required

Benefits

• competitive pay
• medical/Rx
• dental
• vision
• on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable)
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares)
• Paid time off
• paid holidays
• Adoption assistance
• paid maternity and parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED