Packout Superintendent - Southport, NC

3385097No5998548410.00.003-Sep-2026Packout Superintendent - Southport, NCOperations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities Packout Superintendent - Southport, NC

Desired Qualities:

Demonstrated ability to produce results, strong people skills, proven safety record, strong knowledge of department plant operations, operations supervision experience, demonstrated leadership ability, self-motivated, action oriented.

Reports to: Plant Manager

Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Ensures the safety of all operation personnel through daily;

• Encouraging employees to work safely with environmental awareness and good manufacturing practices in mind.

• Compliance with occupational safety and health regulations

• Recommendations for improvements to company facilities, equipment and safety programs

• Leading by example with a positive outlook.

• Coordinates operation of the packaging area to insure adherence to established product, environmental, safety and quality guidelines set by the company.

• Interacts directly with Packaging Leads to produce desired operational results and employee development.

• Participates in open communication through;

• Communicating concerns for safety, environmental, health, and product quality to employees.

• Listening and responding to employee suggestions and concerns.

• Keeping plant management informed of all matters affecting the operation of the production area, morale and safety of employees.

• Interacting with peers and Shift Superintendents in other production areas to provide operational stability.

• Conducting safety and quality training meetings.

• Providing positive reinforcement when employees are observed producing safe performance and good results.

• Continually fine-tuning and optimizing the process, to improve efficiency and safety in the production area.

• Facilitates troubleshooting efforts and addresses production limiting factors.

• Serves as a primary contact for operational and maintenance planning, giving guidance as to the priorities.

• Conducts daily review of paperwork (i.e., operational & Shift Supervisor round sheets, quality reports and Production Review).

• Available as a departmental on-call resource for resolution of any production and/or quality issues that may arise during the evening and/or weekend.

• Shares in the coordination of weekly maintenance and down -day planning for the production area

• Leads in the development of departmental optimization projects through;

• MOC generating.

• AFE generating.

• Issuing of Work Requests.

• Walking down and punch -list development of projects and jobs.

• Coordinating start-up of new processes.

• Supports Quality and the Food Safety Management System and possibly as member of the Food Safety Team.

• Involved in employee coaching and discipline.

• Is the primary point of contact for the Packaging department and partners with them to ensure production/quality compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline is desired but not mandatory. 5 years of experience in a packaging leadership role.
• Demonstrated extremely strong commitment and leadership in plant safety programs.
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
• Interpersonal skills employed include; handling conflict, motivating, instructing and training personnel in a fair, honest and direct way.
• Technical competence in process mechanics, instrumentation, controls, calculations and utility systems.
• Ability to achieve and track excellence using performance-driven metrics.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time for optimal results.
• Able to utilize independent judgment to solve problems, have excellent organizational skills to effectively handle multiple ongoing tasks, meet deadlines and strive for continuous improvement.

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.

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112385BRSouthport NC - North Carolina #LI-VL1 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.#LI-Onsite #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 welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by lawBenefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
• Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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 - $131,600.00The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus