Utility Worker - Valdosta, GA

Archer Daniels Midland•Valdosta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time, hourly level position. The Utility Worker assists in Lock Out/Tag-Out/Try-Out procedures on various valves and machine equipment such as motors, driers and pumps. They adhere to all safety and process requirements, maintaining awareness and adherence to all GMP, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines. The role involves informing supervisors immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts, and reporting accidents, injuries, and near misses. Active participation in safety programs and duties is required, working safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by complying with all department and plant safety policies regarding personal protective equipment. The position requires working in teams by maintaining good communication and cooperation with other department operators and management to achieve efficient production processes. A significant aspect of the role involves working outside for long periods of time in all weather conditions.

Requirements

Ability to work on multiple tasks
Ability to train
Ability to work rotating shift job if required
Good organizational skills
Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities
Excellent communication skills
Proven housekeeping and sanitation skills
Demonstrated troubleshooting skills
Willingness to work overtime when necessary
Accurate record keeping skills
Good keyboarding and computer skills
Strong analytical skills
Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs from waist to shoulder height on a frequent basis
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to shoulder height on an occasional basis
Must be able to push/pull 35 lbs on an occasional basis
Must be able to stand 8-12 hours
Must be able to walk 8-12 hours
Climb ladders, work at elevated heights

Nice To Haves

Good attendance history
Excellent safety record and awareness
Previous plant operator experience
Previous experience with skid steer loader and/or pay loaders

Responsibilities

Assists in Lock Out/Tag-Out/Try-Out procedures on various valves and machine equipment such as motors, driers and pumps.
Adheres to all safety and process requirements.
Maintains awareness and adheres to all GMP, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.
Informs supervisor immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts.
Reports immediately any accidents, injuries and near misses to supervisor.
Active participation in safety programs and safety duties as required.
Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by complying with all department and plant safety policies regarding the use of hard hats, hearing protection, safety glasses and other personal protective equipment.
Works in teams by maintaining good communication and cooperation with other department operators and management in order to achieve efficient production processes in all areas.
Works outside for long periods of time in all weather conditions.
Unload grain trucks
Unload grain railcars
Load meal railcars
Load meal trucks
Operate skid steer loader
Operate front end (pay loader) loader
Operate remote control switch engine
Transfer grain from storage to production
General Housekeeping
Assist with general light duty maintenance