About this role
Milling Operations Leadership Development Program – Full Time Various US Locations This is an exempt level position. Are you ready to launch your career with a global leader that values innovation, collaboration, and growth? As a new graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, learn from experienced professionals, and make an immediate impact in a company recognized for excellence. A few highlights about ADM : We have an award-winning early career program! ADM is proud to be a 2025 recipient of Handshake’s Early Career Talent award as well as the RippleMatch Campus Forward Award! ADM was named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. 2025 Innovation Award for ADM’s Regenerative Agriculture Program. U.S. Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing - Best Companies to Work For in 2025. Position Summary: ADM knows the only way to meet the monumental challenge of feeding a global, growing population is with an exceptional, diverse team. We're looking for agile, forward-thinking and bold individuals to join our Milling Engineer Leadership Development Program and help us shape the future of operations at ADM. Combining challenging work at locations across the United States with structured training and networking opportunities, the program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders for ADM’s Global Operations team. Throughout this training program, you’ll experience firsthand how our manufacturing capabilities, expertise and expansive footprint allow us to add value to every part of the food supply chain. You’ll be mentored by senior ADM milling, operations and commercial leaders while honing your leadership skills through a variety of projects and assignments that will test your creative agility: You’ll be part of a leadership team facing complex challenges and will wear multiple hats to help solve them. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of areas by working on cross-functional teams focused on executing capital or optimization projects. Together, you will identify challenges and implement solutions that improve the efficiency, cost and environmental impact of these projects. You’ll be empowered to do your best work and continue your personal development through ADM’s extensive training programs, educational opportunities and career development discussions. Responsibilities: Milling Operations & Oversight Monitor and manage daily grain milling operations (cleaning, tempering, grinding, sifting, and blending). Ensure efficient use of raw grain, minimizing waste and maximizing yield. Oversee product quality at each stage of the milling process to meet customer and regulatory standards. Process Optimization: Analyze grain flow and equipment performance to improve throughput and consistency. Implement process adjustments to maintain flour and co-product specifications. Identify opportunities for cost savings, energy efficiency, and yield improvement. Equipment & Technology Management Support maintenance planning and reliability improvements for milling machinery (roll stands, sifters, purifiers, conveyors, etc.). Assist with equipment upgrades, automation, and digital monitoring tools. Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate corrective actions. Quality & Food Safety Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure compliance with food safety requirements. Conduct regular inspections and testing to maintain product quality. Support audits and corrective action plans related to food safety and quality standards. Safety: Ensures the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations; demonstrates safety leadership through participation in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuries. Learn and apply company safety and compliance standards across departments. Leadership: Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions. Develop and present reports, project updates, and recommendations to leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, commercial, HR) to deliver business results. Participate in structured leadership training, mentorship, and career development activities. Contribute to innovation efforts, such as automation, sustainability, and digital transformation projects. Prepare for future leadership roles by building skills in communication, decision-making, and personnel management. Qualifications & Attributes Education : Pursuing a 4-year degree in Milling Science, Food Science and candidates in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Biological Engineering with an interest in food production. Relocation : Ability to relocate to various Milling locations across the U.S. Leadership & Communication : A high-level of demonstrated leadership and communication skills in previous internship experiences or university involvement. GPA : Minimum 3.0 GPA Work authorization/visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Physical Requirements: This position relates to those that desire “hands-on” experience in a production setting Ability to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs, ladders in all buildings, and to work at heights. Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors year-round, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards. 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. . Dept: Engineering