Operations Leadership Development Program (Rotational)

About the role

The Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) Engineer is a rotational program designed to develop the next generation of leaders for ADM's Global Operations team. It combines challenging work at various ADM facilities with structured training and networking opportunities.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Proactively learns from facility management to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall facility effectiveness.
• Rotate through multiple functional areas (e.g., corn, oilseeds, specialty ingredients, milling, etc.) to gain broad exposure to ADM’s full portfolio of assets.
• Lead short-term projects to improve operational efficiency, safety, or product quality.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support decision-making and process improvements.
• Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Develop and present reports, project updates, and recommendations to leadership.
• Learn and apply company safety and compliance standards across departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, finance, HR) to deliver business results.
• Participate in structured leadership training, mentorship, and career development activities.
• Support equipment reliability projects, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• 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 team management.
• Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.

Requirements

Excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification listed? We encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or another opportunity at ADM.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduates with a degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and manage projects.
• Knowledge of ADM’s manufacturing processes and systems.

Benefits

• 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).
• 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.

Pay

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $69,700.00 - $120,000.00.

Schedule

This program has a rotational format with three, 9-month rotations in different ADM facilities, providing an opportunity to see multiple facets of our business (oilseeds, corn, soy, specialty ingredients and other areas).