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104453BR

Job Title:

Relief Shift Operator, West Plant - Decatur, IL

Department/Function:

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description:

Relief Shift Operator, West Plant - Decatur, IL

This is a full-time, hourly position.

Starting Pay: $29.73/hr + shift differential

**Relief Shift:** Rotating every other week.

• **Week 1:** Mon–Tue 2nd shift; Wed–Thu 3rd shift; **Fri–Sat off** ; Sun 1st shift

• **Week 2:** Mon–Tue 2nd shift; Wed 3rd shift; **Thu–Fri off** ; Sat–Sun 1st shift

Overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift changes may be required with notice.

Learn more about ADM:

https://youtu.be/VeGTVcFFJuo

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

Why Join?

+ Weekly Pay

+ Benefits Start Day 1

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage

+ Health & Wellness Incentives

+ Paid Vacation & Holidays

+ 401(k)/ESOP + Pension with ADM Match

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

+ Short- & Long-Term Disability

+ Company-Paid Life Insurance + Voluntary Life (employee, spouse, child)

+ Parental Leave

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Tuition Assistance

+ Advancement Opportunities

+ Perks at Work (employee discount program)

Position Summary

The Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of Corn Germ Prep or Extraction equipment. This role monitors and adjusts production systems, performs equipment inspections, and maintains accurate documentation to support continuous plant operations and product quality.

Primary Responsibilities

+ Operate process equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with all SOPs.

+ Monitor equipment and process conditions — including flow rates, temperatures, pressures, and chemical dosages — and make adjustments to maintain target specifications.

+ Conduct routine inspections, collect samples, troubleshoot issues, and document findings.

+ Utilize computer and control systems to input, verify, and track production data.

+ Perform LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) to safely isolate equipment when required.

+ Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, Utilities, and other departments to support production needs.

+ Maintain accurate recordkeeping for production, equipment checks, and shift handoffs.

+ Identify, report, and stop unsafe conditions or acts in alignment with ADM’s “Safe or We Don’t Do It” culture.

+ Participate in safety meetings and follow all safety, food safety, environmental, and security guidelines.

+ Prepare reports of production, downtime, and safety incidents for review by operations leadership.

+ Review SOPs and provide suggestions for process or equipment improvements.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor or Management.

Job & Physical Requirements

This role is performed in an active plant environment and requires both technical skill and physical capability for safe daily operation.

Required Experience & Skills

+ Prior experience maintaining, monitoring, and adjusting equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, or military environment.

+ Experience with Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.

+ Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to recognize and respond to abnormal equipment conditions.

+ Basic computer skills for data entry and system monitoring.

+ Strong safety awareness and willingness to intervene when conditions are unsafe.

+ Reliable attendance, solid work ethic, and ability to work effectively with a team.

+ Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, call-ins, and rotating/swing shifts as needed.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

+ Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.

+ Ability to walk up to two miles during a shift, including over uneven surfaces and rail tracks.

+ Lift up to 40 lbs frequently and 55 lbs occasionally, including overhead lifts.

+ Prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and computer-based tasks.

+ Ability and willingness to wear respirators; must be clean-shaven where required for seal integrity.

+ Work in hot/cold environments, dust, odors, and noise at or above 85 dB (hearing protection required).

+ Ability to work around and operate equipment such as forklifts, reach lifts, and non-DOT trucks.

+ Required PPE includes: hardhat, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, steel-toed shoes, uniforms, and task-specific PPE such as safety harnesses.

On-the-Job Training Requirements

New colleagues will undergo structured on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications based on established standards, including:

+ ADM Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Environmental Training

+ Planner/Operations Training

+ Equipment Certifications (may include JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, LOTO, etc.)

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

104453BR

City:

Decatur

State:

IL - Illinois

Ref ID:

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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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\#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

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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:

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$29.73/hr + $1.50 shift differential when applicable.