Elevator Operations Plant Manager - Montezuma, KS

ADM - Montezuma, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Montezuma, KS

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Elevator Operations Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the grain elevator, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and leading a team of hourly employees. This role involves managing grain loading/unloading, sampling, grading, and storage, while maintaining a safe and sanitary workplace. The manager will also focus on employee training, operational improvements, and preventive maintenance schedules to optimize efficiency and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Adhere to and implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and FSMA requirements.
• Manage daily plant operations including safety, environmental compliance, food safety, quality control, and cost optimization.
• Recognize and address environmental, safety, and GMP hazards to ensure employee safety and product quality.
• Maintain good communication and morale among employees, addressing concerns as needed.
• Develop employee job proficiency and analyze maintenance performance for efficiency improvements.
• Provide positive reinforcement for good performance and maintain discipline among staff.
• Engage in the development and training of hourly labor.
• Utilize mechanical and electrical expertise for troubleshooting and maintaining production systems.
• Stay current with industry regulations and corporate policies in daily activities.
• Lead preventive maintenance schedules and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• High School Diploma/GED with years of on-the-job training
• Technical Certification
• 2-3 years' experience developing a team
• Troubleshooting/problem solving experience
• Good people skills
• Mechanical and leadership skills
• Job Hazard Analysis and safety compliance knowledge
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to train others
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, walking, and reaching
• Full range of physical motion to operate tools and equipment
• Ability to work in various environments, including dusty and noisy conditions.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx, dental, vision coverage
• On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Cash balance plan
• Discounted employee stock purchasing program
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Workers' compensation
• Legal assistance
• Identity theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares)
• Paid time off including paid holidays
• Adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored training and development resources such as LinkedIn Learning.