Utility/Packer- Bushnell, IL

Illinoisagconnection; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production, ADM, is seeking a Utility/Packer for their Bushnell, IL location. In this role, you'll blend ingredients, fill bags, and ensure quality standards. The position offers weekly pay, benefits from day one, and numerous advancement opportunities. The preferred candidate should possess basic math skills and a high school diploma.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Benefits Start First Day

Work Boot Allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Health and Wellness Incentives

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K/ESOP, pension with matching contributions

Short & Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related experience in manufacturing or food production is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the packing machine and ensure bags are filled and sealed properly.
• Collect product samples and inspect for contamination.
• Follow safety, GMP, and company policies.

Skills

Basic Math

Reading & Writing

Problem-Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

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Career Type: Maintenance/Repair
Country: USA

Job Description

Utility/Packer- Bushnell, IL

Shift Available: 2nd shift: 3pm-11pm, 3rd Shift: 11pm-7am

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.

Learn more about ADM, click the links below;

https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/

Why Join?

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start First Day
• 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)

Summary

As a Utility/Packer, you will be responsible for blending ingredients, filling bags or containers with product, and ensuring all packaging meets quality and safety standards. You will also use a computer system to track and label products while keeping your work area clean and organized.

Essential Job Functions:

• Set Up & Pack - Prepare the packing machine with the correct settings and ensure bags, sacks, or boxes are filled and sealed properly.
• Weigh & Label - Check that all products have the correct weight and label information before stacking.
• Tote & Super Sack Handling - Assemble, fill, sample, and transport large totes or super sacks, ensuring they meet weight and labeling requirements.
• Quality & Sampling - Collect product samples, inspect magnets for contamination, and deliver samples to the lab for testing.
• Cleaning & Maintenance - Clean equipment such as bins, conveyors, packers, and dumpers, and complete required documentation.
• Computer System Operation - Use the control panel and jet printers to enter the correct product information.
• Housekeeping & Safety - Follow daily cleaning checklists, keep the work area tidy, and comply with all safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and company policies.
• Bulk Trailer Prep - Assist with cleaning, preparing, and loading bulk trailers for shipment.
• Other Duties - Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor or Plant Manager.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• 1-3 months of related experience in manufacturing, warehouse work, or food/feed production is helpful.

Specific Skills:

• Basic Math - Comfortable adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing, as well as working with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Reading & Writing - Able to read simple instructions, complete basic paperwork, and communicate effectively with team members.
• Problem-Solving - Ability to follow detailed instructions and troubleshoot minor issues.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to perform janitorial and general cleaning duties as needed.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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#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.

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