Grain Elevator Ops Lead — Safety & Training

ADM; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support the Superintendent in day-to-day operations of the grain elevator in Taylorville, IL. You will help oversee loading/unloading, sampling, grading, transferring, blending, and storage, while maintaining safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

You will assist in training hourly employees, maintaining preventive maintenance, and leading safety and facilities activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2–3 years of experience developing a team.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving experience.
• Good people skills and communication.
• Mechanical leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Job Hazard Analysis and safety compliance.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, email, etc).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Report writing experience.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to work extended hours during harvest season (Sept–Oct).

Responsibilities

• Partners with Plant Superintendent concerning the execution of work schedules.
• Executes plans according to the work schedule; prioritizes shift work and assigns resources.
• Ensures safety by complying with regulations and leading safety processes.
• Adheres to GMP, HACCP, FSMA requirements and oversees daily plant operations.
• Identifies hazards and acts to eliminate risks to safety, quality, and environment.
• Maintains employee relations and morale; addresses concerns.
• Develops employees and leads hourly labor training.
• Uses mechanical/electrical skills to maintain systems, utilities, buildings and grounds.
• Collaborates with facility management to improve safety, quality, reliability, and OEE.
• Keeps up-to-date with industry regulations and corporate policies.
• Leads preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintains documentation and cost-saving ideas.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ADM is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support the Superintendent in day-to-day operations of the grain elevator in Taylorville, IL. You will help oversee loading/unloading, sampling, grading, transferring, blending, and storage, while maintaining safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

You will assist in training hourly employees, maintaining preventive maintenance, and leading safety and facilities activities.