Company: Archer Daniels Midland Location: Decatur, IL Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 02/09/2026 Job Categories:
Manufacturing and Production, Other / General
Job Description
Blend Plant Laborer – Decatur, IL Blend Plant Laborer – Decatur, IL Full Time, Hourly Role Shift(s) Available: Must be available to work 1st shift 6A-4P or 2nd shift 4P-2A. Overtime, weekends, holidays mandatory as required.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
On-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility
Health and Wellness Incentives
Membership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership)
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short & Long-Term Disability
Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children
Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Assistance
Advancement Opportunities
Perks at work (discount program with several companies)
Position Summary: You will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion of tasks and look for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Production is expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned.
Job Description:
You can expect to be assigned to one of the following departments: Blend or Warehouse
Perform tasks including but not limited to; General housekeeping which can consist of clean up, sweeping, vacuuming, painting, oiling, greasing, lubrication, sample retrieval, power washing
Material handling by utilizing moving or motorized equipment – fork truck
Load, unload trucks by hand or with fork truck
Accurately complete loading and product shipment paperwork
Miscellaneous duties as needed or required to meet specific department and production needs
You will be expected to show an ability to learn functions outside of the general laborer duties to help fill in for temporary or permanent vacancies in other roles (i.e. job classifications within the facility)
Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero injury culture by possessing a safe working attitude, be an active participant in safety programs, learn and follow written rules and procedures, and produce accurate documentation
Job Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older (Required)
1+ Year Forklift Operation experience (Required)
High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within an industrial environment is helpful
Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
You should have regular, prompt attendance
Flexibility to change daily tasks as plant needs arise
Excellent mechanical, troubleshooting, reasoning and problem solving aptitude
Able to work independently, in a team, maintain a positive and respectful attitude, and be able to perform tasks in a timely manner
Able to utilize independent judgment to tackle problems, have excellent organizational skills, and strive for continuous improvement
Basic computer knowledge and general math comprehension
On-The-Job Training Requirements:
New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards
Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
Participate in company planner operations training
Equipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently
Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators
Ability to walk up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday over uneven ground surfaces, and/or walking over Railroad tracks.
Working Conditions:
Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors
Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, and odor
Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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Contact Information
Company Name:Archer Daniels Midland Website:https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI... Company Description:
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commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and
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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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