Utility-Packout - Dawson, GA

ADM; Dawson (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM is seeking an entry-level Production Specialist for our Dawson, GA plant. You will help sanitize, operate processing equipment and support packaging, with rotating 12-hour shifts including days and nights.

Starting pay is $14.50 per hour, with $1.50 more on night shifts. This role emphasizes sanitation, safety, teamwork and learning plant operations under supervision, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced production environment at ADM.

Qualifications

• 1+ year factory/manufacturing experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s license.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written).
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor and adjust equipment.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and building.
• Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including loading/unloading, weighing, bagging, packing, labeling and sanitizing around facility.
• Maintain ongoing pest control operations and monitoring.
• Interact with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Communicate with team about operation of equipment, safety concerns, and maintenance issues.
• Train to operate and calibrate equipment for loadout/unloading (trucks, rail cars, forklift, boom lifts, etc.).
• Utilize computer systems to input and record data regarding safety, sanitation, maintenance and equipment operation.
• Adhere to ADM's safety and quality goals.
• Exhibit regular attendance and follow company policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Factory/Manufacturing

English proficiency

Driver's license

HS Diploma

Military experience (preferred)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Utility Pack Out | Entry Level

Location: Dawson, GA

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Pay Range: Starting at $14.50 an hour $1.50 more an hour when on nights

Shift(s) Available:12 Hour rotating shift includes days and nights

Summary

This is an entry-level position in our Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts plant. Under limited supervision, perform sanitation, operate processing equipment, perform bulk loading activities, complete any necessary tasks. The production specialists are responsible for maintaining sanitation throughout the plant and act as floating operators. 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 specialists are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned including intense cleaning and sanitizing, and packaging products.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain, monitor and adjust equipment

• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and building

• Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including assisting with truck and wagon loading/unloading, weighing, bagging, packing, unpacking, labeling, peanut curing, and storing products and sanitizing around facility (sweeping, compressed air cleaning)

• Maintain ongoing pest control operations and monitoring

• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment

• Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, safety concerns, and maintenance issues

• Train to operate and calibrate equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, forklift, boom lifts, spot trucks, skid-steer, front-end loaders, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, semi-automatic packing system, etc.

• Utilize computer systems to input and record data as required in regard to safety, sanitation, maintenance, and processing equipment operation

• Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.

• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 1+ Years Factory/Manufacturing work experience in production

• Must be 18 years or older

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

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s license (CDL’s are a plus)

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

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)

On-the-Job Training Requirements:

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training (Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Safety Regulations, environmental programs, and operational procedures to ensure the safety of coworkers and product integrity)

• Participate in company planned operations training

• Equipment training may include but not limited to Skid Steer, JLG, forklift, non-DOT truck, Ag Tractor, etc.

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 (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, 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 50 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 (walking) 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

• 12hour shift

*Steel toe ankle height boots required by first day of employment.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background 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:

$14.50 Hourly with $1.50 more an hour when rotating

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.

• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

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

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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114571BR

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