Loader - Columbus, NE

Columbus

NE - Nebraska

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Loader– Columbus Corn Processing Plant- Columbus, NE
This is a full-time, hourly level position.

Essential Job Functions

• Takes sample products from trucks and railcars and seals such following completion of lab analysis, and loading to ensure correct content, volume, temperature and weights.
• Seals outlet valves on cars.
• Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements.
• Properly records, closes, tightens and seals trucks and railcars loaded with sweeteners and starch after loading and inspection.
• Cleans and sanitizes railcars and tanks using standard cleaning materials and procedures.
• Uses computer programs ( ADMWEIGH and Honeywell DCS) to monitor loading operations.
• Opens and seals hatches and unloading doors, cleaning and installing proper gaskets.
• Operates valves, pumps and filler pipes, and transferring wet and dry products from holding facilities to transportation equipment.
• Communicates with co-workers in person and using two-way radios or similar equipment.
• Inspects interior of tanks for cleanliness and exterior for leaks or damage.
• Monitors processes carefully to ensure the efficient transfer of product to transportation vehicles.
• Verifies tank car numbers with loading instructions to ensure accurate placement of cars by crew.
• Fills out Inspection Reports after checking trucks and railcars.
• Operates a rail locomotive, positioning cars in appropriate sequences to receive product.
• Cleans up spills in area.
• Completes related records of product transferred, ensuring the accuracy of such records and inputs related data into computer.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties on department equipment or notifies department supervisor of needed repairs.
• Prepares and presents bill of lading to the drivers of the loaded trucks.
• Removes and replaces or gives directions to another worker to remove and replace dome caps, using wrenches.
• Inspects rupture disc, vacuum relief valve, rubber gaskets on valves and cover plates, and replace defective parts, using wrenches.
• When unloading cars, connects hose to outlet plugs on cars and attaches special dome, using wrenches.
• Works in teams to coordinate tasks to efficiently and accurately load products into rail cars or trucks.
• Operates skid loaders, forklift trucks, payloader, locomotive and related equipment.
• Cleans and operates switch tracks in rail yards to move rail cars to proper tracks.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner at all times
• Performs routine maintenance of department equipment such as checking oil levels, greasing hanger bearings, washing screens, pulling covers, working on baghouses, unplugging conveyor presses, and routine serving of the pay loader.
• Inspects pump filters regularly, exchanging such for new filters as necessary.
• Crosscheck scales on a weekly basis to maintain and verify accuracy.
• Suggests improvements in work methods and procedures by attending staff meetings and discussing ideas with co-workers and management staff.
• Attaches and operates densifier to the railcars when filling with starch product.
• Pumps compressed air into car to test for leaks.
• Shovels or otherwise removes excess product from loads as needed.
• Assists and advises Traffic Coordinator of car situation.
• Be able to communicate by using approved hand signals and two-way radios.
• Assists in keeping the department in tour ready condition.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as required.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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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 for this position is expected to be:

21.77-24.32

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.

#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 Inclusion | ADM.

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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