Operator I

Job Description

Operator I - Quincy, IL

Job Summary

The Operator I is an hourly position and is responsible for bagging all finished product and loading raw materials into the system per standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Quincy Crosswind facility. This role works 8hr shifts, occasional weekends based on business needs. This position is on 3rd shift hours, 11pm-7:30am. Work hours are subject to change to meet business needs.

Facility Expectation

• Follow the expectations of all Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards.

• Ensure product quality expectations are met.

• Follow all facility Good Manufacturing Practices as required.

• Responsible for ensuring area is kept clean and completion of all listed housekeeping duties per the master sanitation schedule.

• Work with other Operations colleagues to effectively communicate production issues.

• Participate in morning toolbox, shift exchange/review and response meetings to communicate your key process indicator performance.

• Once qualified, provide mentoring and training to new colleagues.

• Required to work overtime as specified by management.

• Attend training classes in-plant or at other locations as assigned.

Work Duties

• Meet or exceed KPI goals as set forth by management.

• Utilize action register to communicate issues or concerns that need to be fixed or improved in the production area.

• Participate in Safety Engagement activities.

• Ensure finished product amount is accurate and report any variances to Production Supervisor (unless otherwise specified).

• Operate extruder including start up, shut down, flushing.

• Adjust ingredient inclusion to achieve ideal product formation.

• Operate forklift.

• Make necessary adjustments to optimize equipment performance (extruder, SAS's, dryer).

• Replenish liquid totes.

• Batch oil mixture based on formula sheet.

• Fill out production paperwork and complete timely checks.

• Break out other teammates for breaks/lunches.

• Complete batch tickets.

• Fill in for Team Lead when absent.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

• Ability to act in a professional manner and adhere by ADM's Code of Conduct

• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs

• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces

• Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, and gloves when required

• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet working conditions

• Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a manufacturing environment

• Self-motivated with a solid work ethic

• Good attitude and works well in team atmosphere.

• Handles other duties as required.

• Maintain excellent attendance.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:86684BR