Meat Inspection Department (MID) Operator - Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels MidlandErlanger, KY
Onsite

About The Position

The Meat Inspection Department (MID) Operator is responsible for making, processing, and packing meat concentrates, pastes, and dried powders. This role involves operating equipment such as steam jacketed kettles, vacuum dryers, and pumps, while adhering to USDA standards for meat processing. The operator must ensure accurate additions of raw materials and intermediates into batches.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively, and not exceed 56lbs at any time.
  • Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs.
  • Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces.
  • Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, and gloves when required.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet working conditions.
  • Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a manufacturing environment.
  • Self-motivated with a solid work ethic.
  • Good attitude and works well in team atmosphere.
  • Must be able to meet the requirements for the respirator program up to and including, but not limited to, passing the pulmonary function testing and respirator fit tests.
  • Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Ability to act in a professional manner and adhere by ADM’s Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

  • Make, process and pack meat concentrates, pastes and dried powders.
  • Operate steam jacketed kettles, vacuum dryers and pumps.
  • Process meat in accordance with USDA standards.
  • Ensure accurate additions of raw materials and intermediates into batches.
  • Read, understand and follow all instructions listed on Manufacturing Orders.
  • Check and add all raw materials or pre-weighed materials listed on Manufacturing Orders.
  • Precisely weigh raw materials and intermediates as listed on orders and reports.
  • Safely transport or transfer heavy objects, materials or product from one place to another using proper equipment and tools.
  • Follow QC and sampling procedures.
  • Report QC deviations to Management.
  • Execute formula adjustments according to QC and formula requirements.
  • Package and sample products according to customer requirements.
  • Report variances or any other deviations to Management.
  • Execute all required transactions on the terminals software and hand held scanners.
  • Follow hazardous label guidelines and properly handling and transport of hazardous materials.
  • Follow all Kosher, Allergen, BATF, USDA, and other regulatory procedures and requirements.
  • Work with the Rabbi on Koshering all equipment.
  • Work with USDA inspector regarding inspections of equipment.
  • Follow ISO9001, GMP and HACCP procedures to ensure product safety.
  • Meet the requirements for the respirator program, including passing pulmonary function testing and respirator fit tests.
  • Handles other duties as required.
  • Maintain excellent attendance.

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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