Packaging and Loading Superintendent – Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

Packaging and Loading Superintendent – Chattanooga, TN
ADM Milling – Carbohydrate Solutions
This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary:
This key operational role is responsible for Packaging and Loading operations at a 13,500 cwt/day flour mill.  The Packaging and Loading Superintendent is responsible of all aspects of the department from flour binning through truck loading and packaging.  The Packaging and Loading Superintendent will have a leading role in developing and implementing Programs and Standard Operating Procedures and must be excellent at training and developing operational staff.  The ideal candidate sets and maintains ADMs high standards for Safety and Quality for all departments while maintaining production and efficiency excellence. Successful candidates will be good communicators who can nurture outstanding interdepartmental, commercial and customer relationships.  They will have the ability to identify and decisively solve problems as they arise, develop and supervise capital improvement projects and maintain records in accordance with established ADM policies.  

The Packaging and Loading Superintendent reports to the Plant Manager and has approximately 28 direct reports. 

Job Responsibilities:
Production:

• Manage and plan production for packaging and load-out systems. 
• Work with scheduling department to maximize efficiency.
• Proactively lead and support operational excellence initiatives.
• Provide technical knowledge for processes and equipment to obtain performance.
• Utilize production personnel and equipment in a safe and efficient manner to obtain maximum capacity and performance with optimum yields and quality product.
• Plan, initiate and put into operation, plant improvement projects on time and on budget.
• Continually train and develop operational staff. 

Health, Safety & Environmental:

• Facilitate and ensure adherence to safety laws, regulations, rules and sound practices.
• Work with regional and local management on the continued development and implementation of Health & Safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and participate in audits, prioritizing and tracking completion of findings.
• Ensure that unsafe behavior and conditions are corrected.
• Maintain the necessary Health, Safety & Environmental records and documentation.
• Perform Safety audits and set the example for safety. 

Sanitation/Food Safety:

• Ensure the facility maintains world class sanitation standards.
• Communicate food safety/sanitation/quality programs to plant supervisors and hourly employees.
• Prepare the facility for, and participate in, regulatory/third party/customer/company audits.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a strong commitment to employee safety
• Strongly prefer degree in related field or hands-on supervisory/leadership experience.
• Require excellent command of the following: leadership, problem solving, self-motivation, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Must have confident and courteous manner.
• Must have established leadership skills.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly, read, comprehend and communicate orally and in writing.
• Position requires standing and walking for long periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working with tools, working within close-confined spaces, and working within extreme temperatures.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager-  Michael Forsythe  ​
Recruiter-  Susan Carney
 

City

Chattanooga

State

TN - Tennessee

Location Country

United States

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