Elevator Worker - Taylorville, IL

Archer Daniels MidlandTaylorville, IL
Onsite

About The Position

ADM is seeking a reliable, safety-minded worker to join our grain operations team in Taylorville, Illinois. This position will assist in the daily functioning of the grain elevator – supporting grain receiving, handling, drying, storing, and loading of grain. The elevator operator ensures the safe and efficient movement of product and contributes to a clean and well-maintained facility. This is a hands-on, physically active role.

Requirements

  • Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero-injury safety culture
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including safety procedures and operational guidelines
  • Strong attendance record and dependable work ethic
  • Willingness to work overtime and weekends
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must be able to work in outdoor and non-climate-controlled environments, exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and grain odors
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted
  • Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and on ladders or stairs
  • Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and sitting
  • Must be able to wear respiratory protection and other required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Successful completion of a background check

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload grain from trucks and railcars using automated and manual equipment
  • Operate and monitor grain dryers, conveyors, elevators, and other material handling systems
  • Perform regular facility housekeeping duties – including sweeping, vacuuming, shoveling grain, and cleaning equipment to maintain a safe and clean work environment
  • Conduct routine facility walk-throughs to check for product flow, safety hazards, or equipment concerns
  • Assist in basic maintenance and troubleshooting of grain handling systems and machinery
  • Support pre-harvest and post-harvest preparations and cleanup activities
  • Monitor equipment operations and promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
  • Follow all ADM safety policies and procedures
  • Participate in ongoing safety and operational training 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
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