Plant Manager - Dawson, GA

Overview

Plant Manager - Crush & Refinery - Dawson, GA Exempt-Level. Reports to Director Operations. The Plant Manager is the site leader responsible for safety, regulatory compliance, operation, colleague development and leadership, and performance of the Golden Peanut Crush & Refinery site located in Dawson, GA. This position leads a team of colleagues in supervisory and operational roles and collaborates with peers at other Golden Peanut/ADM locations to deliver safe results.

The site operates 24/7/365, and this position has accountability to support the site across all shifts.

• As the site leader, participate in coaching others in programs including human safety, environmental standards, quality, and Performance Excellence.
• Lead the operation of the plant to maintain personnel and process safety
• Maintain an environment in which personal safety is the top priority
• Ensure the team works safely and the department maintains compliance with health and safety regulations
• Ensure the operation of the site is carried out with all regulatory permits, laws & regulations, and best practices
• Align site goals with divisional goals and communicate direction and priorities to the site
• Understand operations and coordinate plant operation to adhere to established product, environmental, safety, housekeeping and quality guidelines
• Demonstrate ADM core values in decision making and actions
• Collaborate with work groups across the organization to develop a strategic vision for the department and implement it through the department deployment plan
• Take ultimate responsibility for overall site performance

• Model the way of the Performance Excellence journey
• Lead and coach the team to leverage continuous improvement tools to achieve department and plant KPIs
• Actively participate in daily production meetings and drive deviations from KPIs and incidents to root cause
• Demonstrate commitment to improving safety, processes, and efficiency by delivering the site deployment plan
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to improve technology and reliability of operations

• Is an Effective Communicator
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in face-to-face and written communication
• Interpret and ensure consistent application of organizational policies and procedures
• Perform Colleague Performance Reviews and meet with colleagues regularly to review goals and development plans
• Collaborate with HR to manage performance of site leadership
• Take on additional roles and responsibilities to continually develop self and/or other teams

• Hands-on and consistent physical plant presence as needed
• Deep technical understanding of operations
• Prior experience leading/supervising people
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent experience) and 10 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrated self-starter with ability to self-monitor with minimal oversight
• Results-driven and able to support goals established by leadership
• Ability to motivate direct reports and demonstrate leadership qualities to all plant personnel
• Demonstrated decision-making ability and problem-solving skills
• Effective cost management
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft products
• Ability to work in diverse environments and conditions, including extremes of temperature, noise, heights, dust, and the use of PPE
• Ability to climb stairs, access ladders, catwalks, elevated platforms; ability to lift, sit, and stand for extended periods; eligibility for respirator use
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, or holidays as required
• Experience in pulp and paper or cotton oilseed processing is beneficial but not required

ADM is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.