ADM · 7 hours ago
Process Engineer - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$73K/yr - $136K/yr
2+ years expADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition and agricultural origination and processing. The Decatur West Plant is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational improvements and optimize processes, collaborating with teams to enhance plant reliability and efficiency.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
Responsibilities
Oversight of specific processes and projects within the department. Project management including purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and start-up of projects
Process KPI Development, including identifying methods of improvement, understanding critical unit operation functions, and departmental pain-points creating action plans to address
Utilize lean manufacturing principles such as DMAIC to optimize and stabilize unit operations
Assist in day-to-day operations troubleshooting and trend analysis, utilizing RCA tools for process upsets such as 5-whys, fishbone diagrams, etc
Facilitate change management with the use of the MOC process, including permanent and temporary changes
Ensure documentation of the process is maintained to satisfy compliance needs, including P&ID review/creation, Process Control Narrative review/creation, Operating Targets & Range review, Process Safety Information review, and provision of technical training to the department
Identifies and complies with safety, food safety and environmental requirements during personal work
Interacts with maintenance, controls, process, and quality personnel in planning for and the development of process improvements, and in personal projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, and Agricultural Engineering)
2+ years of process engineering experience preferably in a chemical manufacturing or agricultural processing facility
Experience with equipment troubleshooting, including basic knowledge of maintenance PM activities, operational KPI development, control systems troubleshooting, data analytics (PI, PIaF, Excel)
Strong problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approach
Strong leadership, change management and project/program management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, acts as a reliable pro-active communicator
A drive for success, a continuous improvement approach, a consistently positive attitude and outlook
Be willing to work in an industrial environment, which can include exposure to loud noise, chemical hazards, and sometimes dirty conditions
Preferred
Project management experience, including past experience with budgeting and scheduling projects, and working with contractors is preferred
Experience in an OSHA PSM (Process Safety Management) area is a plus
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.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Monish Patolawala
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at ADM
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Director, Technical Sales
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