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Plant Manager

Archer Daniels Midland Company
Topeka, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025

Job Description

Plant Manager - Topeka, KS

This is an exempt level position

Position Summary :

The plant manager for the Topeka, KS, animal nutrition location will be responsible for daily oversight as well as long term vision of operational strategies associated with safety, quality assurance, environmental compliance, production, yield, cost management, capital disciplines and colleague development. This facility has a workforce compromised of approximately 50 salaried and hourly employees.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Display a commitment, lead, participate and support ongoing safety engagement
  • Develop, coach and motivate colleagues through diversity and inclusion, leadership capabilities, A2E and Performance Excellence
  • Build a culture of collaboration, trust and early escalation of issues and concerns
  • Effectively collaborate with Centers of Excellence : EHS, quality / food safety, performance management, utilities, maintenance, technology, CAPEX, human resources and process optimization.
  • Direct the operation of the plant which includes safety and environmental compliance, manufacturing quality products, production, cost optimization, yield and sustainability
  • Oversee performance development for all salaried colleagues at the facility
  • Maintaining positive community relationship

Job Qualifications :

  • The ability to implement change when necessary
  • Excellent communication skills to provide guidance and feedback
  • Results driven to provide support to achieve the goals established by the division
  • Experience in Performance Excellence is preferred
  • Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement / Readiness
  • The ability to provide motivation to the direct reports and demonstrate leadership qualities to all plant personnel
  • Use Performance Excellence and A2E to drive improvement and collaboration
  • BA / BS in feed science manufacturing, engineering or a related field of study is preferred - MBA is a plus
  • 5 year's production management experience
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    ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

    REF : 90968BR

    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

    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.

    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.
  • 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.

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