Assistant Superintendent - Decatur, IL

Company: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Assistant Superintendent – Decatur, IL East Plant Elevator A This is a full-time, exempt level position Position Summary: The Operations Supervisor will assist in all day-to-day activities of the elevator. This includes loading/unloading, sampling, grading, transferring, blending, and storage of goods. Maintain a safe, sanitary workplace in compliance with company policies and regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, etc). Will be responsible to train and lead hourly employees in operations, safety and maintaining facilities. Perform special assignments, initiating improvements to most effectively meet operation objectives. Establish and maintain appropriate preventative maintenance, sanitation and operation schedules. This position could include off shift hours as needed for elevator operations but the normal schedule will be day shift. Job Requirements: High School Diploma/GED with years of OJT 2 years’ successful supervisory experience Demonstrable troubleshooting/problem solving experience Ability to communicate (written/verbal) at all levels and cross-functionally Demonstrable mechanical/electrical experience Job Hazard Analysis and safety compliance Computer proficiency (Microsoft office, email, etc.) Report writing Ability to train others Job Responsibilities: Executes plans according to the work schedule. Prioritizes shift work, while properly assigning shift resources to effectively utilize their experience, training and ability. Ensures the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, demonstrate safety leadership through participation in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuries. Recognizes environmental, safety, and GMP hazards and takes actions to ensure the hazards are eliminated so as not to affect employee safety, product quality and environmental purity. Addresses employee concerns and maintains good communications and morale on shift and within department. Works with employees to develop a high level of job proficiency. Analyze maintenance performance and work to improve efficiencies. Provides positive reinforcement when employees are observed producing good results and safe performance. Maintains discipline within the department and documents unusual or unacceptable behaviors. Responsible for development of employees. Actively engage in the development & training of hourly labor. Strong troubleshooting skills. Utilizes mechanical and electrical expertise to maintain production systems, utilities, buildings and grounds. Collaborates with other facility management to utilize equipment to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness. Remains current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to systems design and operation. Ensures corporate policies and standards are followed in the execution of daily activities. Lead and analyze preventive maintenance schedules, inspections and repairs to minimize down time. Partner with Elevator Superintendent concerning the execution of work schedules Maintain documentation and identify cost saving ideas. Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis Prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, walking, and reaching daily Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipment. Ability to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs, ladders in all buildings, and to work at heights. Work is performed indoors and outdoors year-round, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards. Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required. ?Hiring Manager-Brent Hunsley ? Recruiter- Lauren Shea 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. 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 range for this position is expected to be between:

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