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Production Lead - Topeka, KS

ADM

Topeka, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Animal Nutrition, Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Disciplinary Action, Diversity, Environmental Communications, Environmental Health, Environmental Work, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Housekeeping/Cleaning, Human Resources Management, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Nutrition, Operations, Performance Reviews, Plant Management, Prescription Drugs, Product Safety, Program Evaluation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Reimbursement, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Topeka, KS
POSTED
11 days ago
109918BR

Job Title:


Production Lead - Topeka, KS


Department/Function:


Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities


Job Description:


Production Lead - Topeka, KS


Job Summary:

Provides production and on the job work direction to production employees performing a variety of production processes.


Job Responsibilities:


+ Directs the operation of the plant facility within established quality, housekeeping, safety and environmental guidelines set by the company.

+ Coordinates daily operations performed by hourly production employees to insure that work is performed safely and efficiently while meeting expected environmental quality, housekeeping and quantity levels established by the company.

+ Makes work assignments to all shift personnel that most effectively utilizes their experience, training and ability.

+ Ensures the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.

+ Maintains an attitude that accidents are preventable.

+ Provides employees with resources, in good working order, to safely do a job and provides necessary training needed to properly operate or wear personal protective equipment.

+ Makes recommendations for improvements to company safety and environmental programs, quality and good manufacturing practices and production and material handling procedures.

+ Recognizes environmental, safety, and GMP hazards and identifies, discusses, and contains them to keep from affecting employee safety, product quality, and environmental purity.

+ Communicates concern for environment, health, safety and product quality to all employees.

+ Listens to and responds to employee suggestions and concerns about safety, health, environment, product quality and housekeeping.

+ Addresses employee concerns and maintains good communications and morale on shift and within department.

+ Keeps plant management informed of all matters affecting the morale and safety of employees.

+ Encourages employees to work safely with environmental awareness and good manufacturing practices in mind. Does so by leading-by-example.

+ Identifies training needs and discusses needs with Area Superintendent and develops a training plan.

+ Works with employees to develop a high level of job proficiency.

+ May perform production duties temporarily in the event of an emergency or employee absence.

+ Evaluates employee performance, providing regular feedback.

+ Attends and participates in operation area meetings, safety meeting and supervisor’s meeting.

+ Analyzes safety incidents by preparing and completing Incident Analysis within 24 hours of incident and making suggestions for betterment.

+ Maintains discipline within the shift and discusses the need for disciplinary action with the plant Human Resource Manager and Area and Shift Superintendents.

+ Conducts GMP, safety, health and environmental inspections.

+ Evaluates management programs.

+ Provides positive reinforcement when employees are observed producing good results and safe performance.

+ May perform reasonably similar or related duties as required.


Education & Training:


+ All ADM Safety Training

+ Previous Process experience


Experience:


+ Excellent safety record and awareness

+ Good work record with our company

+ Previous plant experience


Required Skills:


+ Ability to work on multiple tasks

+ Ability to team build

+ Ability to train

+ Good organizational skills

+ Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities

+ Excellent communication skills

+ Demonstrated troubleshooting skills

+ Accurate record keeping skills


ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.


REF:109918BR


Req/Job ID:


109918BR


City:


Topeka


State:


KS - Kansas


Ref ID:


#LI-DNI


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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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Benefits and Perks


Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:


+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).


Additional benefits include:


+ Paid time off including paid holidays.

+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

+ Tuition assistance.

+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.


*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.


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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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$27.00/hour

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