Operations Leadership Trainee

Job Description
Operations Leadership Trainee – Milling

Help Us Shape the Future of Nutrition.

Location:

Various Canadian Locations.

Position Type:
Full-Time, Exempt.

Pre-employment Requirement:
Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference check.

About the Role
We’re seeking an Operations Leadership Trainee – Milling to join our team at ADM’s flour mill in Canadian Locations. This program offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands‑on manufacturing and leadership experience within a world‑class organization. As an Operations Leadership Trainee, you’ll learn the real‑world workings of ADM—from our people and processes to our equipment and safety culture. Through structured rotations, you’ll build foundational skills in production management, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and employee leadership.

The experience provides a strong platform for long‑term career growth within ADM’s operations network.

What You’ll Do

Supervise operations and employees in a manufacturing environment

Perform the duties of department superintendents as needed

Provide strong leadership in safety, quality, and production

Develop and submit budgets for capital projects

Monitor inventory, production levels, and shift performance

Use problem‑solving techniques to resolve process upsets

Apply best manufacturing practices to improve yield and efficiency

Direct and oversee engineering projects and collaborate on design improvements

Determine equipment requirements and costs for plant expansions

Work cross‑functionally with vendors, contractors, maintenance, and consultants

Maintain operational records, monitor performance, and ensure efficient production

What You Bring

Fluency in both French and English (verbal and written)

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Agricultural/Biological Systems Engineering, or Food Science (recently completed)

Demonstrated self‑starter with strong initiative and accountability

Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

Strong leadership and motivational abilities

Continuous improvement mindset and results‑driven attitude

Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility

Willingness to occasionally work off‑shifts to meet operational needs

What’s in It for You

Relocation support for this position

Professional development and structured training

Opportunity for future relocation and career advancement within ADM

A collaborative, inclusive workplace that values growth and innovation

Benefits and Perks

Physical wellness  – medical/Rx, dental, vision, life and AD&D, critical illness and travel insurance, wellness reimbursement, and child physical activity reimbursement.

Financial wellness  – Money Purchase Pension Plan (MPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA), short and long term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

Mental and social wellness  – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Additional benefits include:

Paid vacation time.

Education assistance.

Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as Linked In Learning, language learning and mentoring programs.

Other Requirements

Must pass pre‑employment medical and reference checks.

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Must be able to work in hot, cold, or wet environments.

Compliance with all local, provincial, and federal safety legislation.

Understanding and adherence to ADM’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards.

Equal Opportunity Employment
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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