Dry Grind Production Operator - Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Description

Dry Grind Production Operator - Cedar Rapids, IA

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus!
Pay Range: $31.31 - $37.34

• On-Shift Starting Pay: $31.31 ($28.76 + 2.55-Shift Differential)
• New Hire Qualification: $33.46 ($30.91 + 2.55-Shift Differential)
• Operator Qualification: $37.34 ($34.79 + 2.55-Shift Differential)
• Annual performance-based raises
• Additional pay increases for cross-training

Shift: 12-Hour rotating days & nights

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 here: https://www.adm.com/.

Why Join?

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Personal Days (Vacation & Sick Time Effective Day 1)
• 9 Company Paid Holidays
• 401k with up to 5% Company Match
• Cash Balance Plan (Pension)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse, & Children
• Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company provided work boots, uniforms, and other PPE (personal protective equipment)

The Dry Grind Production Operator operates and controls a variety of equipment within the Dry Grind Ethanol Production Facility and is responsible for the successful conversion of corn starch to ethanol, ethanol capture, drying of whole stillage, and separation of corn oil.

Responsibilities:

• Operates plant equipment from remote computer operating system & adjusts designated equipment to achieve desired production targets and process specifications.
• Develops thorough understanding of process flows, targeted setpoints, control loops, system alarms, and operator process intervention and control.
• Collects in-process samples at appropriate collection times, conducts laboratory testing, enters results to database, and analyzes results to make in-process adjustments.
• Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.
• Responsible for equipment startup and shutdown needed to meet facility’s production targets.
• Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.
• Conducts routine maintenance checks, cleanings, and performs basic preventive maintenance on process equipment.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.

On the Job Requirements:

• Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.
• Possesses high degree of punctuality, work ethic, and reliability.
• Able to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Able to communicate effectively with department operators and leadership.
• Possesses strong attention to detail and high levels of quality of work.
• Mechanical inclination & aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Proficiency in Windows computer operating system & related software.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED, required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.
• Ability to understand & effectively communication in English (verbal & written).
• Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing, & verbal communication).
• Experience in industrial or mechanical manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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 with open view grating from multiple elevations or in confined spaces 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds overhead 
• Ability to traverse two (2) miles or more during the course of a workday 
• Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Working in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal eleme