Operator - Dawson, GA

ADM; Dawson (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & on-site well

Wellness programs

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM Dawson, GA is hiring an Operator to support production throughput and quality, with 12-hour rotating shifts including days and nights. The role requires maintaining bin levels, equipment adjustments, sanitation, and accurate recordkeeping to maximize output.

Ideal candidates demonstrate solid housekeeping, attendance, and teamwork, with 3+ years of factory experience. Compensation includes base pay and rotation bonuses, plus comprehensive ADM benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of factory machine operation experience (not forklift).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude with a team mindset and drive to excel and advance.
• Solid housekeeping and sanitation habits.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment to meet throughput and quality standards.
• Maintain bin levels and adjust processes to maximize production rate.
• Perform sanitation duties and ensure housekeeping standards are met.
• Record production data and labeling accuracy; report issues promptly.
• Communicate effectively with other shifts and departments.

Skills

Factory machine operation

Communication skills

Attendance and punctuality

Teamwork

Sanitation and housekeeping

Job description

Job Description:

Operator - Dawson, GA

Shift: 12 hour rotating shifts- includes days and nights

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, operators will be expected to: maintain proper bin levels, manage production throughput and quality standards, sanitation upkeep, managing and adjusting process equipment as needed, and to complete any necessary tasks. Operators must also have additional knowledge of the plant flow in order to make swift changes for production rate maximization.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts job tasks with a positive, safe attitude and maintains a safe work record.

• Maintains a good attendance record

• Work rotating shifts of various lengths including weekends and holidays

• Maintains good communication with all plant personnel. (Other shifts, departments and managers)

• Maintain sorting equipment to ensure quality acceptable quality performance

• Maintain production rates

• Ability to understand and perform assigned job tasks easily and independently while flexible enough to work in team settings.

• Maintains good housekeeping and completes sanitation duties and paperwork as required.

• Conducts daily inspections, reporting any problems noted.

• Continuously monitors and cleans equipment for optimal performance and quality

• Review production records and labeling for accuracy

• Perform quality checks as required

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Excellent Attendance and punctuality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• 3+ years of factory machine operation experience - (not meaning equipment like forklift)

• Positive attitude with a team mindset and drive to excel and advance

• Solid Housekeeping and sanitation habits.

Working Conditions

• Ambient conditions – Hot or cold Temperatures

• Time Spent: Inside and Outside

• Humidity: 50% - 90%

• Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen) and odor, Dirty environments

• Protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves and safety harness may be required based on task performed

• Job specific PPE

• Work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally move objects that weigh up to 55 LBS

• Must be able to sit or stand for prolong periods of time

• Move from area to area

• Transport Material

• Position self to conduct work at various heights

• Rotate body

• Crouch, squat and bend

• Ascend / descend from various levels (climb ladders and stairs)

• Repetitive use of hands

• Use broom, shovel and others tools to complete assignments

*Steel toe ankle height boots required by first day of employment.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

*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:

$14.50 hourly and $1.50 hourly on rotation

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.

#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.

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