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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
Continuous Improvement Leader - Clinton, IA
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary: The Continuous Improvement Leader is charged with leading diverse teams to identify and solve opportunities within the manufacturing process which improve various metrics, including personal safety, process safety, food safety, cost, efficiency, and throughput. and profitability. This is a plant-based role with regular presence on the production floor.
Job Responsibilities:
Process Optimization: Analyze existing starch and Fibersol production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste. Implement improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
Project Leadership: Lead and manage CI projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and measurable outcomes in yield, throughput, and cost reduction.
Data Analysis: Collect and interpret process data to drive decision-making and validate improvement opportunities. Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance.
Standardization: Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices to ensure consistency and sustainability of improvements.
Collaboration: Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to align improvement initiatives with broader operational goals.
Training & Coaching: Build CI capability within the team by training employees in Lean tools, problem-solving techniques, and performance management systems.
Safety & Quality: Ensure all improvement initiatives maintain or enhance product quality, food safety, and employee safety standards.
Reporting: Provide regular updates on CI initiatives, including performance metrics, project status, and financial impacts.
Auto req ID
469154BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Manufacturing
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership abilities.
Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
Ability to influence and engage employees at all organizational levels.
Knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental standards in food manufacturing.
Demonstrated success in building/transforming CI within a manufacturing department.
Excellent communication skills – both oral and written, listening and teamwork skills.
Education Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Science, or equivalent work experience.
Required Experience:
2 years of experience in a production environment of food processing or similar industry.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$70,400.00 - $131,600.00
Salaried Incentive Plan
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
City*
Clinton
State*
Iowa
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
ADM
Salary Range
$60,000-$75,000
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
Continuous Improvement Leader - Clinton, IA
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary: The Continuous Improvement Leader is charged with leading diverse teams to identify and solve opportunities within the manufacturing process which improve various metrics, including personal safety, process safety, food safety, cost, efficiency, and throughput. and profitability. This is a plant-based role with regular presence on the production floor.
Job Responsibilities:
Process Optimization: Analyze existing starch and Fibersol production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste. Implement improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
Project Leadership: Lead and manage CI projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and measurable outcomes in yield, throughput, and cost reduction.
Data Analysis: Collect and interpret process data to drive decision-making and validate improvement opportunities. Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance.
Standardization: Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices to ensure consistency and sustainability of improvements.
Collaboration: Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to align improvement initiatives with broader operational goals.
Training & Coaching: Build CI capability within the team by training employees in Lean tools, problem-solving techniques, and performance management systems.
Safety & Quality: Ensure all improvement initiatives maintain or enhance product quality, food safety, and employee safety standards.
Reporting: Provide regular updates on CI initiatives, including performance metrics, project status, and financial impacts.
Auto req ID
469154BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Manufacturing
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership abilities.
Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
Ability to influence and engage employees at all organizational levels.
Knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental standards in food manufacturing.
Demonstrated success in building/transforming CI within a manufacturing department.
Excellent communication skills – both oral and written, listening and teamwork skills.
Education Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Science, or equivalent work experience.
Required Experience:
2 years of experience in a production environment of food processing or similar industry.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$70,400.00 - $131,600.00
Salaried Incentive Plan
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
City*
Clinton
State*
Iowa
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
ADM
Salary Range
$60,000-$75,000
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000