Production Operator - Clinton, IA

VetJobs; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Production Operator in Clinton, IA. This entry-level position involves operating machinery, ensuring safety, and maintaining production standards. The role offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for advancement, making it ideal for military-affiliated job seekers.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Benefits Start First Day

Company provided Uniforms

Work Boot Allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K/ESOP with matching contributions

Tuition Assistance

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery used in production.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks and clean equipment.
• Perform in-process quality checks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety performance

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

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Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Job Description

Production Operator - Clinton IA

Pay Rate: $22.85 + $2.55 shift differential

Shift(s) Required: 12 hour shifts rotating on Days and Nights.

Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, and on occasion different shifts with advance notice as needed.

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.

Why Join?

Weekly Pay

Benefits Start First Day

Company provided Uniforms

Work Boot Allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Health and Wellness Incentives

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short & Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children

Parental leave (paternity/maternity)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance

Advancement Opportunities

Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Position Summary:

The ADM corn milling plant in Clinton, IA has openings for production operators. This is an entry-level position where you will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion of tasks and look for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Production Operators are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Promotes the ADM Way and Core Values

Previous Manufacturing/industrial Experience Preferred.

Strong safety performance and value for safety

Knowledge of equipment operation and use of tools

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement

Make adjustments and troubleshoot issues to minimize equipment downtime

Maintain accurate production records

Basic mechanical skills are required for equipment maintenance and reliability

Control the process to ensure finished products meet customer specifications

Perform in-process quality checks

Conduct regular maintenance checks and clean equipment/department as needed

Willing to attend training sessions to improve skills

Operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in the production process

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

On-the-Job Training Requirements:

Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training

Participate in company planned operations training

Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.

Tools/Equipment Used To Perform Job: Computer, SharePoint D-3 graphics, ADM Weigh, wire cutters, hand tools, hoses, tanks, pumps, manually operated valves.

Auto req ID

446692BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Must be 18 years or older

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)

Experience In Manufacturing And/or Similar Military Environment (preferred)

Detailed oriented and self-motivated

Strong safety aptitude

Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing and verbal communication)

Motivated with a passion to learn

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 (Peanut - known allergen), corn, cotton, canola seed, chemicals and 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.

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:

$22.85

City*

Clinton

State*

Iowa

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

ADM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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