Production Operator - Des Moines, IA
$1500 Sign-On Bonus
Pay Rate: $20.07 an hour
Shift(s) Available: The shift schedules include an 8-hour shift on a rotational/swing schedule (i.e., seven-day swing and/or rotational). Ability to work any shift, overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts as needed.

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 PayBenefits Start First Day  Company provided UniformsWork Boot AllowanceMedical, 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 AssistanceAdvancement Opportunities  Perks at work (discount program with several companies)Summary
This is an entry-level position which will be in a union workforce. 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 is expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions:Maintain, monitor and adjust equipmentUtilize computer systems to input and record data as required in regards to safety, sanitation, maintenance and processing equipment operationWork in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including weighing, bagging, packing, unpacking, labeling, and storing products and sanitizing around facility (sweeping, compressed air cleaning)Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environmentCommunicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, changes in flow rates or processing capabilities safety concerns, product quality issues and maintenance issuesRotate through all positions within a specified department to train associates and fill in as necessaryOperate forkliftsUnderstand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.Maintaining a safe and clean work environmentExhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policyOperating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, etc.Other duties as assignedOn-the-Job Training Requirements: Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training  Participate in company planned operations training Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc. Minimum RequirementsMust be 18 years or older Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)  Experience in Manufacturing and/or similar military environment (preferred) Detailed oriented and self-motivatedStrong safety aptitudeStrong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing and verbal communication)Motivated with a passion to learnPhysical Requirements Ability to move about on a work site by ascending/descending stairs, extensive walking, climbing steps or ladders, 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; scaffolding or elevated heights or in confined spaces Requires ability to wear appropriate fall protection equipmentRequires ability and willingness to wear respirators Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven. Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday Working Conditions Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Working in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal elements, both indoors and outside on a regular basis.Atmosphere: May come in contact with Dust (Peanut - known allergen), corn, 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.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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