Production Operator - New Berlin, WI

Archer Daniels Midland•New Berlin, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator is responsible for production manufacturing activities from batching through filling, including equipment checks and basic daily maintenance. The role prepares, starts, and runs production orders in accordance with customer, manufacturing, and packaging specifications. It requires handling and verifying ingredients, maintaining batch and process-control documentation, and packaging and labeling finished products. The operator works independently and collaboratively across teams and departments, seeks to improve product quality and productivity, and keeps the work area clean and organized throughout the day. The position requires following GMP, HACCP, SQF, OSHA, food-safety, food-defense, and equipment-safety practices. The work involves standing for extended periods, regularly climbing ladders, handling heavy materials with assistance, and working in seasonally warm temperatures. The scheduled shift is 11 a.m.–7 p.m. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and successful completion of a background check is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete a background check.
Able to stand for long periods and climb ladders regularly during the shift.
Able to maneuver 500-pound barrels on a cart or surface with assistance.
Able to regularly lift or carry up to 55 pounds individually or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Able to continuously lift up to 45 pounds and move or throw items short distances for at least two hours.
Able to squat and bend frequently while lifting up to 55 pounds during the shift.
Able to work frequently at shoulder level or overhead.
Able to operate a scale and various machinery accurately and safely using basic controls.
Able to tolerate seasonally very warm temperatures.
Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, and ability to keep the work area clean and organized.
Knowledge of and ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Awareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance.
Ability to follow Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.
Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.
Follow applicable OSHA regulations, safe lifting techniques, situational awareness, PPE requirements, and machinery safety practices.
Work cooperatively in a team environment, follow directions, multitask, and work independently.

Responsibilities

Prepare, start, and run production orders to meet customer, manufacturing, and packaging specifications.
Perform production manufacturing activities from batching to filling, including equipment checks and basic daily maintenance.
Follow batching instructions and maintain process-control documents.
Sign off on, handle, pre-weigh, and verify ingredients in accordance with batching instructions.
Package and label finished products.
Work independently, multitask, and collaborate with team members across functional groups and departments.
Continually work to improve the quality and productivity of products produced.
Clean and organize throughout the day and clean as instructed at the end of production.
Report suspicious activity related to food defense.
Report food-safety problems or concerns immediately to an authorized person.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Follow time and attendance guidelines and cooperate with the team, accepting and following directions.
Follow applicable OSHA regulations, safe lifting practices, PPE requirements, and machinery and catwalk safety procedures; do not operate equipment without proper training or certification.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
401(k) with matching contributions
Cash balance plan
Discounted employee stock purchasing program
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Workers’ compensation
Legal assistance
Identity theft protection
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares)
Paid time off and 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