Assistant Miller - Mendota, IL

ADM; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Benefits Start Day 1

Paid Vacation & Sick Time on Day 1

9 Company Paid Holidays

401k with up to 5% Company Match

Cash Balance Plan (Pension)

Medical, Dental, Vision, &Prescription

Flexible Spending Accounts & Health-Sa

Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term

Company Paid Life Insurance

Parental Leave Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PPE provided

Job summary

ADM is hiring an Assistant Miller for Mendota, IL. The role supports the safe and efficient operation of the wheat milling cleaning house and mill, assisting the Shift Miller with monitoring equipment, tempering, quality, sanitation, and process performance.

Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations, maintaining quality data, performing routine checks, and ensuring GMP/LOTO compliance. Eligible candidates must be 18+, capable of English communication, and have manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal & written).

Responsibilities

• Support shift operation of all wheat cleaning units, including cleaning and tempering.
• Assist Shift Miller in overseeing equipment operations of three 10,000 cwt/day units.
• Monitor process parameters for quality, moisture, yield and capacity.
• Maintain documentation for quality, sanitation, and production tracking.
• Conduct routine quality checks and communicate concerns to leadership.
• Troubleshoot process issues and assist with operational adjustments.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Follow GMP and lockout/tagout procedures for safety.
• Adhere to safety regulations and foster a culture of safety.

Skills

Independence

Initiative

Punctuality

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

113562BR

Job Description:

Assistant Miller - Mendota, IL

Shift: Alternating 12-hour Day or Night Shift

ADM is a part of the production of 30% of the food supply globally, on average you touch at least 7 items per day made with ADM ingredients. Everyone who works here is a big part of feeding the world. Learn more about ADM here: https://www.adm.com/ .

Why Join?

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start Day 1
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time on Day 1
• 9 Company Paid Holidays
• 401k with up to 5% Company Match
• Cash Balance Plan (Pension)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse, & Children
• Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company provided work boots, uniforms, and other PPE (personal protective equipment)

Position Summary:

Under limited supervision, the Asistant Miller is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the wheat milling Cleaning House and Mill. This role providers support to the Shift Miller in monitoring equipment, wheat tempering, quality, sanitation, documentation, and process performance to help meet the desired safety, production, quality, and environmental objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the shift operation of all wheat cleaning house units, including cleaning, tempering, transfer systems, and related milling processes.
• Assists the Shift Miller in overseeing equipment operations of three 10,000 cwt/day milling units, as part of self-directed team.
• Monitors process equipment, flow, moisture, capacity, yield, and product quality to ensure performance is maintained within established operating and budgetary parameters.
• Maintains required documentation for quality, sanitation, equipment checks, production tracking, and other required reporting systems.
• Performs routine product quality checks, collects samples, monitors results, and communicates process or quality concerns to Shift Miller, Mill Superintendent, or appropriate leadership team member.
• Troubleshoots milling process issues and assists with operational adjustments under the direction of the Shift Miller or leadership team.
• Supports training and development operations team members to strengthen skills, improve performance, and support team success.
• Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.
• Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements:

• Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.
• Willing to take on initiative and assist with driving results.
• Possesses high degree of punctuality, work ethic, and reliability.
• Able to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Able to communicate effectively with department operators and leadership.
• Possesses strong attention to detail and high levels of quality of work.

Preferred Skills:

• Mechanical inclination and aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Windows Computer Operating System and related software.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED, required.
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.
• Ability to understand & effectively communication in English (verbal & written).
• Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing, & verbal communication).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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
• Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Working in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal elements, both indoors and outside on a regular basis.
• Atmosphere: May come in contact with dust, wheat, chemicals, or 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.

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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:

$20.50/hr

#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

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 www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID:

113562BR

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