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ADM · 4 months ago

Operations Leadership Development Program (Rotational)

IL - Illinois

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $120K/yr

ADM is a global leader in nutrition and agricultural processing, committed to innovation and sustainability. The Operations Leadership Development Program offers new graduates the chance to gain hands-on experience across various functional areas while developing leadership skills through mentorship and structured training.

Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial

No H1B

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations; demonstrates safety leadership through participation in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuries

Proactively learns from facility management to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall facility effectiveness

Rotate through multiple functional areas (e.g., corn, oilseeds, specialty ingredients, milling, etc.) to gain broad exposure to ADM’s full portfolio of assets

Lead short-term projects to improve operational efficiency, safety, or product quality

Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support decision-making and process improvements

Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions

Develop and present reports, project updates, and recommendations to leadership

Learn and apply company safety and compliance standards across departments

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, finance, HR) to deliver business results

Participate in structured leadership training, mentorship, and career development activities

Support equipment reliability projects, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

Contribute to innovation efforts, such as automation, sustainability, and digital transformation projects

Prepare for future leadership roles by building skills in communication, decision-making, and team management

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringBiological EngineeringLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsData AnalysisProject ManagementTeam Management

Required

Pursuing a 4-year degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Biological Engineering

Ability to relocate across the U.S. as part of the program (3 relocations possible in 27 months, supported by ADM relocation benefits)

A high-level of demonstrated leadership and communication skills in previous internship experiences or university involvement

Minimum 3.2 GPA

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role

This position relates to those that desire 'hands-on' experience in a production setting

Ability to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs, ladders in all buildings, and to work at heights

Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors year round, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards

Benefits

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.