Operator Trainee - Reserve, LA

ADM; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness center access

401(k) with matching

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM is seeking an Operator Trainee in Reserve, LA to oversee unloading operations, maintain commodity quality, and ensure safety compliance. You will learn to manage records, communicate with the Plant Superintendent, and adhere to all permits and procedures.

The role includes participating in daily safety meetings and progressing through structured training to cover all plant rules, safety practices, and fleet coordination. Strong attention to detail is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial operations and safety practices.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee unloading operations and ensure efficiency and commodity quality.
• Maintain accurate records and update the inventory system during shifts.
• Communicate operational issues to the shift superintendent promptly.
• Adhere to plant rules, permits, and safety procedures.

Skills

Operations oversight

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Stakeholder communication

Job description

114333BR

Job Description:

Operator Trainee - Reserve, LA

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

These duties encompass overseeing operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, maintaining accurate records and effectively communicating with various stakeholders within the organization.

• Training to oversee all operations related to unloading, ensuring operating efficiency and maintaining commodity quality, including Specialty Grain & By-product Procedures.
• Training to develop a comprehensive understanding of all plant rules, procedures, and practices.
• Training to ensure a safe work environment for all employees by promoting and enforcing plant rules, procedures, and practices.
• Attend monthly safety meetings to stay informed and contribute to safety initiatives. Attend or lead daily safety toolbox meetings.
• Familiarize oneself with the employee handbook to adhere to company policies.
• Training to understand and comply with all operating permits such as air and water quality, fleeting, weighing, etc.
• Training to be responsible for filling out facility permits including hot work, compressed air, confined space entry, confined space entry, grain storage structure entry, lockout/tagout, etc.
• Training to maintain proper fleeting (arrangement and movement) of barges. If unsure of fleet requirements, ask for assistance from the Superintendent.
• Training to supervise the unloading of barges and rail cars, checking weights and comparing them to origin weights if available. Notifying the shift superintendent of any discrepancies.
• Training to coordinate the ordering of barges/rail and release of empties, communicating any concerns to the Plant Superintendent or traffic department regarding deliveries or fleet management.
• Training to bin grain as directed by the shift superintendent, considering quality, toxin levels, etc.
• Training to keep complete records of all unloaded commodities and update the inventory system accordingly throughout the shift. Ensure re-examinations are conducted as needed and complete status reports accurately, with house soundings 530AM/PM (updated ELS and Bin Board) completed with mix and additional unloads 0700.
• Training to maintain an updated board with storage bin information including new commodities and grades.
• Training to directly communicate any operational problems to the shift superintendent for timely resolution.
• Training to relay all pertinent rail information to the Railroad, both inbound and outbound.
• Training to prioritize unloading shipping bins whenever possible.
• Training to ensure barge unload times adhere to advised billed weights (all barge unloads should be completed within an average of 45-55,000 bushels per hour; notify the outside supervisor if discrepancies occur).
• Training to complete all required paperwork accurately and daily.
• Participate actively in morning safety meetings to discuss safety issues and strategies.
• Request shift superintendent to review any daily required paperwork prior to sending off.

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:

$26.78

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.

#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:

114333BR

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