Process Engineer - Decatur, IL
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Decatur
IL - Illinois
Engineering
Job Description
Process Engineer – Decatur, IL
West Plant 167
This is a full-time, exempt level position.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for process improvements for production in all facets of operation through direct contributions of project development from conception though start-up. You will apply engineering principles to new and existing facilities with tasks ranging from process design to the evaluation and implementation of new technologies. You may also be responsible for assisting in managing day to day operations, tracking and understanding department costs, yields, quality, process performance, and mentoring engineers. The role will require you to work with both contractor and ADM management, process operators, maintenance, and other stakeholders.
Essential Job Functions:
- Oversight and optimizing of specific processes and projects. Will require purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and startup of projects.
- Troubleshooting processes, performing Why Why RCA’s, and implementing countermeasures and corrective action via DMAIC methodology.
- Ability to assist in day to day operations which may also include shift coverage as needed.
- Project design, development and management that are specific to the operations of an operating department.
- Conduct optimization assessments to identify existing and potential opportunities, propose solutions to improve performance primarily in the areas of energy, chemicals, product yields, and reliability.
- Support capital projects including control strategy development, P&ID management, administration of process control narratives suitable for control application development and process start up.
- Training and mentoring other colleagues, with the potential of indirectly managing 30 to 60 hourly colleagues.
- Strong Commitment to Safety, the Environment, and Quality Food Safety
- Demonstrated Leadership
- Demonstrated Strong Problem Solving Skills
- Good Written and Verbal Commutation Skills
- Ability to manage personnel and work closely with Plant and Corporate teams
- Ability to look beyond the task at hand, to anticipate challenges and develop options to overcome them
- Knowledge of a variety of process unit operations including conveying, extraction, distillation, reactors, refining, deodorization, and dryers
- B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Preferred)
- 3 to 5 years of plant operations experience
- A project management background is preferred
- Dust
- Chemicals / Irritants
Inside areas:
- Spring / Summer: Temperatures in some areas of the facility will be up to or exceed 100 degrees
- Fall / Winter: Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing.
- Spring / Summer: Outside temperature may be up to or exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity. May be exposed to inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to, rain and wind.
- Fall / Winter: Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below. May be exposed to inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 55 pounds overhead.
- Lifting or carrying of weights over 50 pounds is rare. Employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than 50 pounds.
- Able to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a work day.
- Able to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently during the course of a work day. May require periods of prolonged sitting or standing.
- Able to operate equipment or diagnose / detect issues of machinery that may be located at different heights. May require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights.
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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).
- 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.
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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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