Production Worker - Valdosta, GA

Job Summary/Scope
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The Production Worker position is the next level position above Utility within the Refinery. Responsibilities include supplying materials to the production area, general housekeeping, receiving and maintaining materials for inventory, and assist operators in various production areas as needed.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere and enforce all personnel safety, food safety, and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and programs that are applicable to the position.
• Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Rotating shift position
• Must maintain qualifications to assume duties and responsibilities of the Utility position
• Industrial forklift/truck operations
• Assist with rail car movements as a Ground Man as governed by the Rail Safety Program.
• Receive and unload incoming bulk and non-bulk ingredients and supplies
• Maintain product rotation of non-bulk ingredients in accordance to FIFO standards
• Operate a tape measure with a ball float for inventory purposes.
• Obtain production samples from various sources for quality and environmental purposes.
• Operate and maintain wastewater unit operation and all feed sources to unit operation for acceptable discharge within operating permits.
• Able to temporarily step up to an Operator III position when needed to fulfill responsibilities as designated by supervision. The employee must be approved by management and have met the qualifications of the Operator III in order to be temporarily assigned this responsibility level.

Competencies

• Must be able to read/write/speak English, must be able to do basic arithmetic.
• Must be able to write clearly
• Must be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional manner.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED required
• Experience in food preparation or industrial setting preferred
• Position requires basic computer operation skills, i.e. use of “point and click” programs.
• Forklift/Industrial Truck certification required

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Troubleshoot equipment failures
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time while performing job duties
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Must be able to wear a respirator
• Must be capable of bending, kneeling, working in confined spaces and from heights

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veteran status.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.

ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veterans status.

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