Plant Manager - Quincy, Il

Job Description

Plant Manager-Quincy, IL
This is a full-time, exempt position,

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The Plant Manager will drive continuous improvement and optimization of all processes and will oversee all daily operations of the plant including Environmental, Health and Safety, Human Resource management, Production operations, and Engineering, Maintenance, Warehousing and Supply Chain functions. They develop processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity on behalf of ADM Animal Nutrition.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead a plant culture focused on human and food safety; prioritizing safety and quality over output
• Collaborate with health/safety managers to develop, implement and sustain safety policies for site operations
• Commit to and develop an engaged safety culture for all colleagues
• Planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations
• Increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
• Responsibility for production output, product quality and on-time shipping

• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results

• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions
• Share a trusting relationship with all colleagues and recruit, manage and develop operations staff
• Collect and analyze data to find opportunities for improvement
• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
• Active, hands-on involvement and daily presence within the facility
• Support all colleagues, managers and supervisors, to ensure job and safety training programs are being completed
• Ensure that the facility is compliant with the law, regulatory requirements, and Company programs to support our Quality Assurance and Food Safety plans
• Respond to and follow up on Customer complaints, while working alongside Commercial leadership to resolve issues

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) and 3-5 years of supervisory experience with a proven ability to evaluate and reach reasonable conclusions
• Demonstrated leadership and strong problem solving skills
• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and priorities, work independently and objectively, and success interacting with individuals and groups
• History of support of cross functional teams to best meet the needs of the Company, region and plant.
• Concern for product and process Quality and Support of Food Safety plans
• Demonstrated 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
• Related Industry Knowledge
• Must be willing to relocate

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veteran status.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.

ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.

EEO

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veterans status.

About ADM:

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.