Senior Oilseeds Formulator & Training Lead

Corn Refiners Association; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site wellness center

Job summary

ADM in Decatur, IL seeks an experienced Formulator for its Oilseeds Refinery team. The Formulator will oversee load-out operations, ensure safety and compliance, and coordinate with multiple departments to optimize production and minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least 5 years in a formulator role in oilseeds or related industries, with strong leadership, training, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of formulator experience in oilseeds or related industry.
• Proven leadership and training development experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee oil load out operations.
• Obtain output information (finished products, defect rates).
• Standardize and optimize schedules and work processes.
• Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials for production demand.
• Coordinate with commercial, oil handling/rail teams and other departments.
• Ensure efficient trucks and rail loading and process aid ordering.
• Develop strategies to achieve high-quality performance and minimize downtime.
• Monitor rail inventory (incoming & outbound).
• Conduct safety audits and participate in near-miss investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Training & development

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Sphera familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sphera

Job description

ADM in Decatur, IL seeks an experienced Formulator for its Oilseeds Refinery team. The Formulator will oversee load-out operations, ensure safety and compliance, and coordinate with multiple departments to optimize production and minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least 5 years in a formulator role in oilseeds or related industries, with strong leadership, training, and problem-solving abilities.