Lead Miller – Charlotte, NC

Summary :

This key operational role is responsible for daily production at a wheat flour mill located in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate maintains ADM’s high standards for Safety and Quality while maintaining production and efficiency excellence.

Successful candidates will be good communicators who can nurture outstanding relationships as part of a self-directed work team.

They will have the ability to identify and decisively solve problems as they arise and maintain records in accordance with established ADM policies.

The lead miller is the off-shift plant supervisor, that will be responsible for monitoring all departments and communicating challenges or obstacles to the appropriate manager.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Facilitate and ensure adherence to safety regulations, rules and sound practices.
• Models and reinforces all safety practices
• Works with location management on the continued development and implementation of Health & Safety programs, policies and procedures
• Coordinate and participate in audits, prioritizing and tracking completion of findings.
• Ensure that unsafe behavior and conditions are corrected.
• Perform Safety audits and set the example for safety.

Production :

• Overall responsibility for the efficient operation and maintenance of multiple flour milling units for maximum yield and productivity
• Trains employees and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maximizes plant capacities and yield KPI’s
• Proactively engages in employee development, team building, and the continuous improvement of methods, processes and systems
• Coordinates production schedules of department and products
• Proactively leads and supports operational excellence initiatives
• Provides technical knowledge for processes and equipment to obtain performance
• Coordinates and participates in audits, prioritizing and tracking completion of findings
• Sanitation / Food Safety :
• Ensures the facility maintains world class sanitation standards
• Prepares the facility for, and participates in, regulatory / third party / customer / company audits

Job Requirements :

• High-school or equivalent preferred
• 5 years of directly related experience preferred
• Require excellent command of the following : leadership, problem solving, self-motivation, and organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Must have confident and courteous manner
• Must have established leadership skills
• Must have a strong commitment to employee safety
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly, read, comprehend and communicate orally and in writing
• Thorough working knowledge of all equipment, systems, processes and methods regarding ADM milling units.
• Must be highly organized, goal driven
• Position requires standing and walking for long periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working with tools, working within close-confined spaces, and working within extreme temperatures

Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box.

We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF : 85254BR

IncludingYou

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 :

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

Req / Job ID

85254BR

LI-Onsite

Ref ID

LI-SC1