Sheet Metal Worker - Skilled Craft - Clinton, IA

Archer Daniels MidlandClinton, IA
Onsite

About The Position

The Sheet Metal Worker is responsible for the fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of industrial sheet metal products and systems used throughout a manufacturing facility. This position supports maintenance, capital projects, and plant construction activities through fabrication of ductwork, transitions, chutes, structural components, and other custom sheet metal products. The successful candidate will perform layout, cutting, forming, welding, fitting, assembly, and installation work while interpreting blueprints and specifications to ensure quality, safety, and efficient project execution.

Requirements

  • Promotes the ADM Way and Core Values
  • Strong safety performance and values
  • Significant experience in the use of power tools
  • Assist in the construction, repair, and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
  • Previous experience in any of the craft areas (electrical, welding, millwright, etc.) is required.
  • Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
  • Flexibility in accepting change
  • Reliability in reporting to work; willingness to work overtime as required
  • Willingness to participate in training to continue developing skills
  • Take ownership and accountability for your actions, striving for continuous improvement in performance and craftsmanship.
  • Promote a positive, cooperative atmosphere and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Direct industrial experience in a plant environment
  • 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)
  • Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing and verbal communication)
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Strong safety aptitude
  • Detailed oriented and self-motivated
  • Motivated with a passion to learn
  • Ability to move about on a work site by ascending/descending stairs, extensive walking, climbing steps or ladders, 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 with open view grating from multiple elevations or in confined spaces
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds overhead
  • Ability to traverse two (2) miles or more during the course of a workday
  • May come in contact with Dust (Peanut - known allergen), corn, cotton, canola seed, chemicals and odor
  • Must be able to work around vibrating equipment and noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and will require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
  • Employees are required to wear all company provided Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements (i.e., fall protection equipment and respirators)
  • ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of ADM Clinton plant – a strong plus
  • Experience in an Industrial Manufacturing setting and/or similar military environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Measure, lay out, plasma cut, bend, shape, and fabricate sheet metal components of varying thicknesses.
  • Fabricate ductwork, transitions, chutes, hoppers, and other custom sheet metal products for industrial applications.
  • TIG weld, MIG weld, solder, bolt, screw, rivet, or bond sheet metal assemblies using appropriate fabrication methods.
  • Lay out and mark complex dimensions and reference lines for fabrication and installation activities.
  • Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and finish fabricated components to meet specifications and quality standards.
  • Assemble and install ductwork, transitions, chutes, and related sheet metal systems using drawings and blueprints.
  • Inspect fabricated assemblies and installations for accuracy and conformance using measuring instruments and layout tools.
  • Perform basic rigging activities and signal cranes during installation operations.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with newly installed systems and fabricated products.
  • Operate fabrication equipment and material handling equipment safely and efficiently
  • Maintain tools, equipment, materials, and work areas in a clean and safe condition
  • Install industrial machinery and plant equipment.
  • Perform equipment layout work and establish reference lines for installation activities.
  • Measure, cut, lay out, and weld carbon steel and stainless-steel materials to build supports, frames, equipment structures, and related components.
  • Assemble and install machinery in accordance with blueprints, specifications, operation manuals, and manufacturer requirements.
  • Perform precision alignment of machinery, motors, pumps, drives, and process equipment.
  • Fabricate structural steel components including platforms, handrails, supports, and access structures.
  • Apply basic principles of structural steel erection and equipment setting.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical equipment failures, installation issues, and process-related equipment problems.
  • Assist with dismantling, moving, and reinstalling equipment, conveyors, and machinery.
  • Participate in rigging activities and signal cranes during lifting and installation operations.
  • Maintain work areas, tools, equipment, and materials in a safe and organized condition.

Benefits

  • Weekly Pay
  • Benefits Start First Day
  • Company provided Uniforms
  • Work Boot Allowance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • 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
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
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