Production Engineer (SPC)

As a production engineer you are responsible for the supervision and improvement of the dedicated production unit throughout

• Development and coaching of production employees, operators (and truck loaders) on the basis of KPI‘s
• Organization of supply chain (vs. production needs)
• Team scheduling
• Employee Absence management
• Organize training for production employees in coordination with the shift supervisor
• Keeping up-to-date of process descriptions and work instructions
• (corrective) actions as a result of audit.

• Determining the team planning (schedule) based on both individual qualifications as contracted hours of internal and contracted employees
• Drive effective performance management throughout department process (including goal setting, development and strengths-based feedback) focused on building competent and motivated team to achieve discretionary performance. Conduct annual performance appraisals and where applicable employee disciplinary meetings.
• Align to the location strategy and goals and cascade it down. Share input with the Superintendent on necessary functional change. Act as a change facilitator.
• Assessing the overall production planning, coordinating with superintendent, process engineer and maintenance department in case of major malfunctions and (major) maintenance to be planned;
• Check the compliance with the work instructions and (administrative) procedures, rules and regulations in the field of the environment, safety and wellbeing.
• Coordinate maintenance activities by interrupting/shutting down production in case of serious shortcomings
• Assure up-to-date documents, procedures and work instructions
• Promoting quality thinking on the production floor, addressing employees about deviant behavior and not complying with agreements/procedures.
• Ensure in cooperation with the process engineers that the process department, deliver related production on a cost effective and timely basis to achieve results.
• Collaborate with manager and relevant stakeholders on production needs
• Report performance in agreed format and frequency
• Execute sickness leave program
• Organize processing aids, packaging materials etc.
• Execute/participate in audits and walk the lines

• Good problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approach
• Strong communication skills and an excellent team player
• Fluent in Dutch, English (B1 level)
• General knowledge of software applications
• Able to perform under pressure

• Bachelor‘s or Master‘s Degree in the fields of Chemistry, Food Processing, Production Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology, or other related field
• 2 to 3+ years of experience in production/process, preferably in chemical, food or feed production

You can connect what you do with the positive impact that it has on the future of the food and feed industry
ADM truly cares for its employees, and provides great support, in particular in times of crisis
We are hands-on.

ADM is a big company, but you will be able to do actual work from day one
There is room for innovative thinking, knowledge sharing, creating fun projects to make work more interesting.
Did we mention DE&I? We are working on growing our ERGs, and strictly applying our inclusive hiring policy to all recruitments. A diverse set of benefits such as mentoring programs, employee assistance program, fitness incentives, and many more depending on your location of work

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 www.adm.com.