Superintendent - Norfolk, NE
ADM
Superintendent – Norfolk, NE
This is a salaried, exempt-level role
About the Role
As an Elevator Superintendent at ADM, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our grain elevator in Norfolk, NE. You will lead a team of hourly employees across grain loading and unloading, sampling, transferring, blending, and storage operations, all while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and compliant workplace. You will also drive continuous improvement initiatives to help us meet our operational objectives as efficiently as possible.
What You'll DoEnsure the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, and demonstrate safety leadership by actively participating in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuriesAdhere to and implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and FSMA requirements across daily plant operations, including environmental compliance, food safety, quality control, production, and cost optimizationRecognize environmental, safety, and GMP hazards and take prompt action to eliminate risks to employee safety, product quality, and environmental integrityAddress employee concerns while maintaining open communication and a positive team environmentWork alongside employees to develop high levels of job proficiency, and analyze maintenance performance to improve efficienciesProvide positive reinforcement when employees demonstrate strong results and safe behaviorsMaintain discipline and document unusual or unacceptable behaviors in accordance with company policyActively engage in the development and training of hourly employees to build a skilled, capable teamApply mechanical and electrical expertise to troubleshoot and maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and groundsStay current with emerging industry regulations and codes relevant to systems design and operationEnsure corporate policies and standards are followed in the execution of daily activitiesLead and analyze preventive maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtimeMaintain thorough documentation and proactively identify cost-saving opportunitiesConduct layered audits, including safety and GMP auditsCreate and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and lockout/tagout (LO/TO/TO) procedures for your areaCollaborate effectively with ADM locations across the organization, including Commercial teams and the neighboring Corn Processing siteWork overtime and weekends as needed to support operational demands
Position RequirementsA high school diploma or GED, along with hands-on experience in grain elevator or related agricultural/industrial operationsA bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a technical certification in a related discipline preferredA proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team, including experience coaching employees and building a culture of safety and accountabilityPrior experience in a supervisory or superintendent role in an elevator, processing, manufacturing, or similar environmentDemonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a mechanical or electrical environmentFamiliarity with safety compliance frameworks, including Job Hazard Analysis and OSHA regulationsStrong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and clearly train othersProficiency with standard computer tools such as Microsoft Office and emailExperience with GMP, HACCP, FSMA, or other food safety regulatory frameworks nice-to-have
Work Environment
This role involves both indoor and outdoor work year-round and may include exposure to dusty, noisy, or otherwise demanding conditions. You should be comfortable with the following physical requirements of the role:Lifting and transporting materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs frequently, and up to 100 lbs occasionallyProlonged standing and frequent movement including bending, stooping, walking, and reachingOperating manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipmentMoving throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders in all buildings and working at heights
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? 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:106207BR
This is a salaried, exempt-level role
About the Role
As an Elevator Superintendent at ADM, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our grain elevator in Norfolk, NE. You will lead a team of hourly employees across grain loading and unloading, sampling, transferring, blending, and storage operations, all while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and compliant workplace. You will also drive continuous improvement initiatives to help us meet our operational objectives as efficiently as possible.
What You'll DoEnsure the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, and demonstrate safety leadership by actively participating in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuriesAdhere to and implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and FSMA requirements across daily plant operations, including environmental compliance, food safety, quality control, production, and cost optimizationRecognize environmental, safety, and GMP hazards and take prompt action to eliminate risks to employee safety, product quality, and environmental integrityAddress employee concerns while maintaining open communication and a positive team environmentWork alongside employees to develop high levels of job proficiency, and analyze maintenance performance to improve efficienciesProvide positive reinforcement when employees demonstrate strong results and safe behaviorsMaintain discipline and document unusual or unacceptable behaviors in accordance with company policyActively engage in the development and training of hourly employees to build a skilled, capable teamApply mechanical and electrical expertise to troubleshoot and maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and groundsStay current with emerging industry regulations and codes relevant to systems design and operationEnsure corporate policies and standards are followed in the execution of daily activitiesLead and analyze preventive maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtimeMaintain thorough documentation and proactively identify cost-saving opportunitiesConduct layered audits, including safety and GMP auditsCreate and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and lockout/tagout (LO/TO/TO) procedures for your areaCollaborate effectively with ADM locations across the organization, including Commercial teams and the neighboring Corn Processing siteWork overtime and weekends as needed to support operational demands
Position RequirementsA high school diploma or GED, along with hands-on experience in grain elevator or related agricultural/industrial operationsA bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a technical certification in a related discipline preferredA proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team, including experience coaching employees and building a culture of safety and accountabilityPrior experience in a supervisory or superintendent role in an elevator, processing, manufacturing, or similar environmentDemonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a mechanical or electrical environmentFamiliarity with safety compliance frameworks, including Job Hazard Analysis and OSHA regulationsStrong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and clearly train othersProficiency with standard computer tools such as Microsoft Office and emailExperience with GMP, HACCP, FSMA, or other food safety regulatory frameworks nice-to-have
Work Environment
This role involves both indoor and outdoor work year-round and may include exposure to dusty, noisy, or otherwise demanding conditions. You should be comfortable with the following physical requirements of the role:Lifting and transporting materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs frequently, and up to 100 lbs occasionallyProlonged standing and frequent movement including bending, stooping, walking, and reachingOperating manual and electrically powered tools and electrical test equipmentMoving throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders in all buildings and working at heights
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? 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:106207BR
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