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96012BR

Job Title:

Department Superintendent - Decatur, IL

Department/Function:

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description:

Texturized Vegetable Protein (TVP) Department Superintendent – Decatur East Plant, IL

ADM Nutrition

This is a full-time, salary Exempt Position

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for coordinating the effective operation of Warehouse and Production functions within the Texturized Vegetable Protein (TVP) department. This includes the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of employees in these areas; managing vacation time scheduling, monitoring performance, and ensuring colleague capabilities meet the needs of the operation. This position has a key role in ensuring all safety and quality procedures are followed in all areas of the plant. The Superintendent is responsible for developing a team capable of issue resolution and problem solving, working closely with the Plant Superintendent, Plant Manager, Department Supervisors, and Lead Personnel at the facility.

Essential Job Functions:

• Facility Direction & Coordination of Daily Operations

• Responsible for overseeing the operation of the TVP facility, ensuring compliance with established quality, housekeeping, safety, and environmental guidelines set by the company.

• Conducts KPI review and response meetings with incoming and outgoing staff. These meetings cover essential topics such as safety toolbox discussions, quality toolbox updates, near-miss incidents, EMP (Environmental Monitoring Program) results, and daily plans.

• Coordinates daily operations and forecasting of operations with supply chain and commercial teams.

• Assigns tasks to shift personnel based on their experience, training, and abilities, optimizing their contributions to overall facility performance.

• Manages the department deployment plan for continuous improvement with a focus on aligned plant KPIs such as increased safety, increased FPP and reduced COPQ, increased yield, reduction in unscheduled downtime, and increased OEE.

• Auditing & Training

• Regularly assess operator standard work to ensure compliance. If necessary, provide coaching and address any disciplinary matters.

• Supply employees with well-maintained resources necessary for safe job execution. Additionally, deliver essential training on proper equipment operation and personal protective gear usage.

• Identify training gaps and collaborate with the production coordinators to develop a comprehensive training plan. Implement Job Qualification Standards (JQS) and standard operating procedures.

• Work closely with employees to enhance their job proficiency, fostering a high level of competence.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback and growth of team members (Salary and hourly).

• Enforce discipline within the department. Discuss disciplinary actions with the plant Human Resource Manager, Production Coordinators, and Department Supervisors as needed

• Safety Compliance & Reporting

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

• 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.

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

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

• Analyzes safety incidents by preparing and completing Incident Investigations by end of shift. Escalate incidents to Plant Safety Manager and Department Superintendent as required.

• Conducts GMP, safety, health and environmental inspections.

• Morale Maintenance & Improvement

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

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

• Assists the maintenance planning and scheduling process.

• Production Duties

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

• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as required.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or adequate work experience is required

• A minimum of 6 years of operations supervisory experience/ and or department management is required.

• Experience in food production or a related industry is preferred including knowledge of GMP, SQF, and sanitary design.

• Extrusion experience is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated leadership and strong problem-solving skills

• Outstanding verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to present material with energy and enthusiasm to motivate and influence people

• Computer skills in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook

• History of working safely and a reputation for promoting and getting involved in safety improvement efforts

• Concern for Quality and support of food safety plans

• Related Industry Knowledge

Required Skills:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize

• 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

• Proficient with Microsoft OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

96012BR

City:

Decatur

State:

IL - Illinois

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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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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 are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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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 range for this position is expected to be between:

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$92,800.00 - $173,600.00

Salaried Incentive Plan:

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan