Pre-Weigh Operator (1st Shift) - Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels Midland•Erlanger, KY

About The Position

ADM is hiring an hourly Pre-Weigh Operator in Erlanger, Kentucky. The operator works 8-hour shifts and operates and cleans production equipment and work areas. The role includes precisely weighing raw materials and intermediates, following manufacturing orders and quality-control procedures, completing product packaging and sampling, and carrying out required production transactions. Operators also follow applicable food-safety, regulatory, sanitation, and company safety requirements, and contribute to the team by performing other duties as assigned. The position requires lifting 50 pounds continuously, wearing a respirator, and standing, walking, lifting, reaching, and bending throughout an 8–12-hour shift. Employees may be exposed to chemical and food allergens. A background check is required. The role may require overtime and weekend work.

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 focus on small details, such as lot numbers 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.
Successful completion of a background check.
Ability to work in an environment where employees may be exposed to chemical and food allergens.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned blend tanks, homogenization, filtration, and other equipment according to instructions.
Clean assigned equipment and the entire work area, including work listed on the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions on Manufacturing Orders.
Precisely weigh raw materials and intermediates listed on Manufacturing Orders.
Follow quality-control 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 hand-held 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.

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.
Paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.