Production Specialist - Chattanooga, TN

Archer Daniels Midland; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Production Specialist for its Chattanooga facility. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. You will engage in essential manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and safety while gaining valuable on-the-job training. The position includes comprehensive benefits from day one, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. If you're ready to embrace challenges and grow your career in a thriving company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K with Matching Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health and Wellness Incentives

Weekly Pay

Company Paid Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the US.
• Basic computer skills required, especially in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete various processes including weighing, bagging, and packing products.
• Interact regularly with peers and management for continuous improvement.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Computer Systems

Job description

Operations:Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description

Production Specialist | Entry-level
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Job Type:Full-Time, Hourly

Shift(s) Available:Rotating shift of 8 hours. Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed

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Why Join?

• Benefits Start First Day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM 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 Reimbursement
• Weekly Pay
• Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Summary
This is an entry-level position which will be in a union workforce. We are looking for high potential individuals ready to take on challenges and responsibilities within our Chattanooga, TN milling facility. This position reports to the Department Supervisor in the department the employee is working in.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including weighing, bagging, packing, unpacking, labeling, and storing products and sanitizing around facility (sweeping, compressed air cleaning)
• Maintain, monitor and adjust equipment
• Utilize computer systems to input and record data as required in regards to safety, sanitation, maintenance, and processing equipment operation
• Train to operate and calibrate equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, forklifts, skid steers, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, etc.
• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment
• Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy
• Always exhibit a professional image; maintain a positive and supportive attitude
• Other duties as assigned

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)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills (Word and Excel)
• Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices preferred

On-the-Job Training Requirements:

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
• Participate in company planned operations training

Working Conditions

• Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors
• Atmosphere: Dust and odor
• Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
• Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. *Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and 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; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
• Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators
• Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday

Work Hours

• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed
• The shift schedules include an 8-hour shift on a rotational or swing schedule (i.e., seven-day swing and/or rotational)

ADM requires the successful completion ofabackground 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:

$21.29

#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 are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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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97471BR

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Production Specialist - Chattanooga, TN | Archer Daniels Midland

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