Operator I Bioproducts - Decatur, IL

Operator I Bioproducts - Decatur, IL

Job Summary
This is an Operator 1 position that is required to safely operate the Lysine Process equipment. Monitor and operate Lysine Process equipment to maintain the target production rates. Be able to work in a team environment and individually. Operate various types of equipment from Ultra Filtration to final evaporation. It is the expectation that control room operators will become qualified and maintain qualifications for 2 op 1 positions.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate pumps and understand how they function
• Operate and know the differences between manual and pneumatic style valves
• Understand how to build and read trends for trouble shooting
• Understand sampling and how to make changes to the equipment from the results
• Basic knowledge of process controls
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas to appropriate standards
• Understands their role in food safety and quality systems, actively participates in food safety efforts and ensures all activities conform to good manufacturing practices

Special Skills

• Knowledge of processes
• Mechanical reasoning
• Knowledge of Food Plant GMP

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as hot and cold temperatures.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs
• Handle long periods of time standing if necessary
• Work with tools in proper and safe manner
• Able to move/transport a maximum of 55lbs

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- Joseph Santella   ​
Recruiter- Holly Slunder 

 

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:

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.