Refinery Operations Lead — Assistant Superintendent

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Company-sponsored training

Job summary

ADM in Decatur, IL seeks an Assistant Department Superintendent for Refinery operations to lead day-to-day plant activities, ensure safety, quality and environmental compliance, and guide a team across production and maintenance. You will partner with engineering and business partners to align production with needs, develop employees, and drive continuous improvement while managing resources and costs.

This role reports to the Superintendent and requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and process safety culture.
• Experience leading manufacturing or continuous operations.
• Strong understanding of production processes and reliability.
• Effective communication with engineers, maintenance and management.
• Ability to work in extreme plant conditions and long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in a plant area to meet safety, quality and food safety specs.
• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies for safe, reliable production.
• Lead employees in safe operations and continuous improvement practices.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and business partners to align production needs.
• Provide coaching, training, onboarding and skill development for staff.
• Apply Continuous Improvement to deliver operational gains and cost efficiency.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team development

Industrial operations

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

ADM in Decatur, IL seeks an Assistant Department Superintendent for Refinery operations to lead day-to-day plant activities, ensure safety, quality and environmental compliance, and guide a team across production and maintenance. You will partner with engineering and business partners to align production with needs, develop employees, and drive continuous improvement while managing resources and costs.

This role reports to the Superintendent and requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least