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Maintenance/Millwright, East Plant - Decatur, IL

ADM
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 May 2026
💰 $56,500/yr

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Maintenance/Millwright 1 - Decatur, IL
East Plant

This is a full-time, hourly position. 
Pay Rate: Training Grade 1 starts at $28.25/hour + $1.90 Shift differential.
Shift(s) Available: Train on 1st shift 7:30-3:30 for ~60 days then will transfer to a backshift where needed (2nd, 3rd, or swing) with 7-day rotation. 7 on, 2 off, 7 on, 3 off, repeat. Must have ability to work any shift, overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice 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. 25% of production for ADM is right here in Decatur, IL. We make ingredients like Corn Oil and Soybean Oil which can be found in chips or salad dressing. Everyone who works here is a big part of feeding the world.

Learn more about ADM, click the links below; 
https://youtu.be/VeGTVcFFJuo
https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/

Job Summary:
Safely maintain/install production equipment that will ensure our customers the highest quality achievable and help drive continuous improvement efforts at a world class level. Ensures operation of machinery/equipment by completing preventive/predictive maintenance requirements. Rebuild/replace motors, powered transmission, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, conveying systems, pumps and other production equipment. Works under general supervision, typically supervisor or manager.

Key Roles:

  • Ensure that working safe and that co-workers are working safe, and that food quality is always a top priority. Contribute any ideas for improvements.
  • Maintain safe and clean work environment by adhering to all safety, GMP rules and training.
  • Preventative/Predictive maintenance duties as needed, ensures that all equipment is in top mechanical/electrical condition and alerts management if any issues are found.
  • Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and or using precision testing devices.
  • Read technical manuals/blueprints to understand equipment and controls.
  • Repair, rebuild pumps, gear units, air equipment, hydraulic equipment, conveying equipment and other types of equipment as needed.
  • Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish tasks
  • Provides mechanical information by answering questions and requests
  • Maintains mechanical information by filling out Maximo work orders correctly and having the work orders turned in daily to management.
  • Contribute to team efforts in other areas of the plant
  • Attention to detail when performing any type of work  

Technical Skills:
Requires experience in maintenance field and may require 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Strong mechanical skills, working knowledge of manual and automatic tools, level and alignment skills, trouble shooting and the ability to plan procedures for completing a task. Good communication skills, and able to work under time constraints. Must be adaptable, self-starter and dependable.

Physical Requirements:

  • Applicant must have regular, prompt attendance. Have the ability to climb stairs, perform some lifting, sit and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, working with heights, bending, kneeling, and respirator qualified.
  • Candidate must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as hot and cold temperatures and a dusty environment.
  • Must be willing to work on any shift.

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- Douglas Kirk   ​
Recruiter- Holly Slunder

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