Production Worker - Valdosta, GA

Job Description

Production Worker (Refinery) - Valdosta, GA
This is a full-time, hourly position

Job Summary/Scope
Summarize the purpose of this job and its contribution to the department or the organization
The Production Worker position is the next level position above Utility within the Refinery. Responsibilities include supplying materials to the production area, general housekeeping, receiving and maintaining materials for inventory, and assist operators in various production areas as needed.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere and enforce all personnel safety, food safety, and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and programs that are applicable to the position.
• Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Rotating shift position
• Must maintain qualifications to assume duties and responsibilities of the Utility position
• Industrial forklift/truck operations
• Assist with rail car movements as a Ground Man as governed by the Rail Safety Program.
• Receive and unload incoming bulk and non-bulk ingredients and supplies
• Maintain product rotation of non-bulk ingredients in accordance to FIFO standards
• Operate a tape measure with a ball float for inventory purposes.
• Obtain production samples from various sources for quality and environmental purposes.
• Operate and maintain wastewater unit operation and all feed sources to unit operation for acceptable discharge within operating permits.
• Able to temporarily step up to an Operator III position when needed to fulfill responsibilities as designated by supervision. The employee must be approved by management and have met the qualifications of the Operator III in order to be temporarily assigned this responsibility level.

The Operator II responsibilities
Include those of the PW and Operator III positions in addition to operation of all refinery unit operations. This position also has more critical quality control responsibilities.

• Follow all safety and environmental rules and regulations applicable to position.
• Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP requirements.
• Rotating shift position
• Maintain housekeeping of assigned work areas
• Supply materials to the production areas
• Complete paperwork, inventory tracking/counting
• Must maintain qualifications to assume duties and responsibilities of an Operator III
• Operate and troubleshoot soy refining
• Operate and troubleshoot soy bleaching
• Operate and troubleshoot cotton bleaching
• Conduct production changes
• Able to temporarily step up to an Operator I position when needed to fulfill responsibilities in the refinery loadout department.

Competencies

• Must be able to read/write/speak English, must be able to do basic arithmetic.
• Must be able to write clearly
• Must be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional manner.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED required
• Experience in food preparation or industrial setting preferred
• Position requires basic computer operation skills, i.e. use of "point and click" programs.
• Forklift/Industrial Truck certification required

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Troubleshoot equipment failures
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time while performing job duties
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Must be able to wear a respirator
• Must be capable of bending, kneeling, working in confined spaces and from heights

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.


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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Benefits and Perks


Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.


If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.


The pay for this position is expected to be: