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Packaging Machine Operator - Forsyth, MO
This is a full-time, hourly position.

Colleagues hired into the role will work a schedule of Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm for training purposes.
At the beginning of 2025, colleagues will be transitioned to 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm. A $2.00 shift differential applies on top of base pay.

SUMMARY:
To set up, operate and tear down bottling and packaging machines in the packaging department and to ensure all product passes inspection before being sent to the customer. There will be opportunities for cross-training in the Blending Department and the Encapsulation Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Attendance is key to performing the job. Include, but are not limited to, the following;

• Assemble, set up, operate independently and tear down/ disassemble all equipment involved in the departmental process for a total of up to twenty or more different pieces of equipment.
• Conduct visual inspection of packaged product to detect and remove defective products.
• Conduct visual inspection of overall bottle and remove defective products prior to packaging.
• Ensure cleaning and general maintenance of all departmental equipment and packaging areas.
• Responsible for documentation of batch/lot numbers, dates and various other data.
• Ensure proper lock-out tag-out procedures are consistently followed.
• Operate equipment to place metered amounts of powder into containers.
• Conduct visual inspection of packaged product to detect and remove defective products.
• Ensure proper PPE is utilized.
• Non-Essential Responsibilities:
  • Keep hoppers full/stocked.
  • Ensures floors are free of debris.
  • Ensure empty boxes and materials are properly disposed of.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Automatic and semi-automatic packaging and bottling equipment, including but not limited to bottle orientation, bottle filling/counting, desiccant insertion, cotton insertion, capping, collection, labeling, shrink banding, ink coding, boxing, and product moving equipment. PPE required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have manual dexterity, attention to detail and the ability to follow directions.
• Must be able to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
• Must understand and conform to all safety guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. Occasionally required to climb stairs or portable stairs. Repetitive hand movements are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• The employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 2500 pounds with the appropriate equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately noisy.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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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.

#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 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 InclusionADM.

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.