Operations Leadership Development Program

About the Role

ADM is seeking agile, forward-thinking, and bold individuals for the Operations Leadership Development Process (OLDP) Engineer program to shape the future of operations. This rotational program combines challenging work across the United States with structured training and networking opportunities, designed to develop the next generation of leaders for ADM’s Global Operations team.

Program Structure

• Rotational format with three, 9-month rotations in different ADM facilities.
• Assignments at both large and small facilities with diverse responsibilities.
• Opportunity to see multiple facets of the business (oilseeds, corn, soy, specialty ingredients, and other areas).
• Work on cross-functional teams focused on executing capital or optimization projects.
• Upon completion of the 27-month program, opportunity to work in a permanent full-time role in North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Proactively learn to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall facility effectiveness.
• Rotate through multiple functional areas (e.g., corn, oilseeds, specialty ingredients, milling) for broad exposure.
• 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.
• Build skills in communication, decision-making, and team management for future leadership roles.
• Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.

Qualifications & Tech Stack

• As a new graduate, opportunity to apply knowledge and learn from experienced professionals.
• Mentored by senior ADM operations and commercial leaders.
• Exposure to a variety of areas by working on cross-functional teams.
• Empowered to do your best work through ADM’s extensive training programs, educational opportunities, and career development discussions.

Pay and Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $69,700.00 - $120,000.00
• Total Rewards Package:
• Physical Wellness: Medical/Rx, dental, vision, on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement.
• 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), Colleague Giving Programs.
• Additional Benefits: Paid time off, paid holidays, adoption assistance, paid maternity and parental leave, tuition assistance.
• Training and Development: Company-sponsored training and development resources (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, language training, mentoring programs).

Benefits may vary for bargained locations.