Liquids Production Operator - Erlanger, KY
About The Position
The Liquids Production Operator operates and cleans production equipment and work areas while following manufacturing instructions, quality procedures, and applicable regulatory and food-safety requirements. The role involves weighing materials, adjusting formulas, packaging and sampling products, documenting transactions, and reporting deviations. Operators may also perform other duties as assigned. This is an hourly position with 8-hour shifts. The role requires regular, timely attendance and willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed. Employees may be exposed to chemical and food allergens and must be able to wear a respirator and meet the stated physical requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong communication skills; ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
- Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero-injury culture and ability to understand and follow company safety procedures.
- Regular and timely attendance.
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends if needed.
- Ability to work independently and flexibly in a team setting.
- Professional image and positive, supportive attitude.
- Ability to pay attention to small details, such as lot and order numbers.
- Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement.
- Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
- Ability to wear a respirator.
- Ability to stand, walk, lift, reach, and bend throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
- Ability to work in an environment where potential chemical and food-allergen exposure may occur.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Responsibilities
- Operate assigned blend tank, homogenization, filtration, and other equipment according to instructions.
- Clean assigned equipment and the entire work area, including according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
- Read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions on Manufacturing Orders.
- Precisely weigh raw materials and intermediates as listed on Manufacturing Orders.
- Follow QC and sampling procedures and 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 listed on Order Headers and other documents.
- Report yield and other deviations to management.
- Execute required transactions on AS400 terminals and handheld scanners.
- Follow Kosher, BATF, USDA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Follow ISO 9001/2000, GMP, and HACCP procedures to ensure product safety.
- Perform other duties and assignments as required to contribute to the team effort.
Benefits
- Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
- On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
- 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan.
- Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Workers’ compensation.
- Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
- Paid time off, including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
