Plant Operations Leader | Mentor & Improve Efficiency

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company in Harvard, IL seeks a Plant Superintendent to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across all facility departments. The role emphasizes compliance with SQE laws, prioritizing resources, and achieving short- and long-term goals in collaboration with the Plant Manager and supervisors.

Key responsibilities include hands-on production oversight, readiness and priority execution, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of collaboration while managing

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to deploy organizational skills and resolve conflicts.
• Willingness for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on involvement in production, bagging, warehouse and delivery.
• Support Readiness and execute priorities with urgency through collaboration.
• Mentor colleagues and oversee coaching and auditing practices.
• Develop a culture of collaboration and early issue escalation.

Skills

Data analysis

Instrumentation & controls

OEE management

Continuous improvement

Education

BA/BS in feed science manufacturing, engineering or related field

MBA is a plus

Job description

Archer Daniels Midland Company in Harvard, IL seeks a Plant Superintendent to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across all facility departments. The role emphasizes compliance with SQE laws, prioritizing resources, and achieving short- and long-term goals in collaboration with the Plant Manager and supervisors.

Key responsibilities include hands-on production oversight, readiness and priority execution, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of collaboration while managing