Production Worker - Valdosta, GA

Archer Daniels Midland • Valdosta, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Prep & Extractions Production Worker safely and efficiently operates, monitors, and maintains equipment used in soybean and cottonseed preparation and extraction. The role supports production of vegetable oils and meal products by ensuring raw materials are prepared, processed, and transferred through the production system. Employees follow company safety policies, food and feed safety requirements, environmental regulations, and standard operating procedures while helping maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment.

The position works in an industrial soybean and cottonseed processing facility, both indoors and outdoors, and may involve elevated work areas and process platforms. Employees may encounter moving machinery, elevated temperatures, dust, noise, chemicals, varying weather conditions, and other industrial hazards. ADM requires successful completion of a background check.

The role requires a strong commitment to safety, production goals, product quality, established procedures, reliable attendance, effective communication, housekeeping, accountability, teamwork, and willingness to learn. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pay depends on individualized factors including market location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience; qualifying overtime is paid to hourly and salaried non-exempt employees. The posting does not specify a pay amount.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to recognize and report equipment or process abnormalities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; climb stairs, ladders, and platforms; and bend, stoop, reach, and work in various positions.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; assistance or mechanical devices may be used when appropriate.
• Ability to work in environments with elevated temperatures, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions and to wear required PPE for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in soybean, cottonseed, grain, oilseed, or agricultural processing.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with conveyors, pumps, motors, elevators, and process equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with process monitoring, production documentation, or equipment inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment used in soybean and cottonseed preparation and extraction.
• Assist with receiving, handling, cleaning, conditioning, cracking, flaking, and preparing raw materials for processing.
• Monitor conveyors, elevators, screens, conditioners, flaking mills, extractors, and related equipment.
• Monitor production processes and equipment performance for efficient operation and product quality.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, process abnormalities, production concerns, unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and hazards.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and assist with troubleshooting operational issues.
• Monitor product flow, temperatures, levels, and other process conditions as required.
• Assist with product transfers, material handling, and housekeeping throughout production areas.
• Maintain accurate production records, logs, documentation, inspections, and production checklists.
• Communicate with team members, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and coworkers to support production.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, PPE requirements, LOTO procedures, and applicable confined-space, fall-protection, hot-work, and other safety procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and emergency response activities as assigned.
• Follow applicable quality, environmental, and production procedures; handle materials and products to established specifications.
• Report product contamination, quality concerns, and process deviations immediately.
• Support initiatives related to product quality, efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow established operating procedures and work instructions.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance, and access to an on-site wellness center or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
• 401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
• Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Workers’ compensation, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Colleague Giving Programs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED