Production Worker - Valdosta, GA
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/feed safety requirements, environmental regulations, and standard operating procedures while maintaining a clean, safe, productive workplace. The position works in an industrial soybean and cottonseed processing facility, indoors and outdoors, including elevated work areas and process platforms. Employees may encounter moving machinery, elevated temperatures, dust, noise, chemicals, varying weather conditions, and other industrial hazards. Required personal protective equipment must be worn. The role requires willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. ADM requires successful completion of a background check. The expected pay is $19.72; the posting does not specify a pay period.
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 company policies and procedures.
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods; climb stairs, ladders, and platforms; and bend, stoop, reach, and work in various positions.
- Able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; assistance or mechanical devices may be used when appropriate.
- Able to work in elevated temperatures, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions and wear required personal protective equipment for extended periods.
- Successful completion of a background check.
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 production 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 to support efficient operation and product quality.
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions, process abnormalities, and production concerns to the supervisor.
- 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, and required documentation.
- Communicate with team members, maintenance personnel, and supervisors to support continuous production.
- Follow safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area to prevent workplace hazards.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures when required and do not perform unauthorized maintenance.
- Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment hazards immediately.
- Follow confined-space, fall-protection, hot-work, and other applicable safety procedures when required.
- Participate in safety meetings, training, and emergency response activities as assigned.
- Maintain awareness of hazards associated with moving equipment, dust, heat, chemicals, and industrial processing environments.
- Follow applicable quality, environmental, and production procedures.
- Handle materials and products according to established specifications.
- Immediately report product contamination, quality concerns, or process deviations.
- Complete required inspections, documentation, and production checklists accurately.
- Support initiatives related to product quality, efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.
- Meet production goals while maintaining product quality and follow operating procedures and work instructions.
- Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality, communicate effectively, and demonstrate accountability, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
