Production Operator - Fremont, NE

Archer Daniels Midland•Fremont, NE

13d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position in a union workforce. You will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion and look for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Production Operators are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned. All hourly employees start as a Production Operator and have the opportunity to advance to additional roles either here or at other ADM facilities.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)
High School diploma or equivalent
Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
Participate in company planned operations training
Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, Non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.
Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently
Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators as needed
Work area is typically a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors with exposure to dust, soybean (SOY – known allergy), and odor
Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.

Nice To Haves

Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform daily cleaning activities to maintain facility organization and meet company and governmental standards for agricultural processing facilities
Follow lock out and confined space procedures to accomplish preventative maintenance and cleaning procedures
Operating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, grain cars, wheel loaders, forklifts, skid steers, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, etc.
Utilize computer systems to input and record data as required regarding safety, sanitation, maintenance, and processing equipment operation
Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork-focused environment
Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, changes in flow rates or processing capabilities safety concerns, product quality issues and maintenance issues
Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Weekly Pay
Benefits Start First Day
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Advancement Opportunities
401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short & Long-Term Disability
Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children
Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Assistance
Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
Company provided Uniforms
Health and Wellness Incentives
Work Boot Allowance