Isolate; KEY) Operator; 2nd and Swing Shift; Decatur, IL
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production QC/QA, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Description:
Isolate (KEY) Operator (2nd and Swing Shift) - Decatur, IL East Plant - ADM Nutrition
This is a full time, hourly position. Pay Rate: $32.84/hr plus $1.90 shift differential when applicable. Shift(s) Available: 2nd and Swing Shifts 7 days on, 2 days off, 7 days on, 3 days off, 7 days on, 2 days off, etc… Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when mandatory.
Weekly Pay Benefits Start First Day- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- On-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- Membership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership)
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,' Spouse and Children
- Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Assistance
- Advancement Opportunities
- Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
Position Summary:
The Key Operator is the operator within the Isolate and Functional Concentrate manufacturing plant. The Key Operator is responsible for safely operating all Isolate and FC equipment per-standard operating procedures (SOPs) and following quality procedures. Conduct job activities and manage safe operations. A good growth role and succession plan for those desiring to be production supervisors in the future.
- Follow the expectations of all Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards.
- Ensure product quality expectations are met.
- Follow all facility Good Manufacturing Practices as required.
- Responsible for ensuring area is kept clean and completion of all listed housekeeping duties per the master sanitation schedule.
- Work with other Operations colleagues to effectively communicate production issues.
- Participate in morning toolbox, shift exchange/review and response meetings to communicate your key process indicator performance.
- Once qualified, provide mentoring and training to new colleagues.
- Required to work overtime as specified by management.
- Attend training classes in-plant or at other locations as assigned.
Required Skills:
- Responsible for operating the field equipment in assigned plant.
- Assisting with operations with board operators and supervision.
- Obtaining field samples.
- Responsible for conducting building walkthroughs and reporting/troubleshooting any conditions or concerns with the operations team on shift.
- Assist Supervision with Lock-Out-Tagout activities.
- Accurate reporting with necessary paperwork and administrative tasks.
- Notify Lead supervision if any out-of-spec quality conditions exist.
- Once qualified, provide mentoring and training to new colleagues within the isolate and FC departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Leadership.
- At times, overtime will be required.
- Promote the ADM Way and Core Values.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Exceptional attendance and work ethic.
- Exhibit flexibility, reliability, and respect for fellow employees, customers, and visitors.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to withstand dust, noise, hot, and cold temperatures.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
- 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with large manufacturing equipment
- Experience operating equipment using HMI control systems
- New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards
- Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
- Partic…
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