Operations Leadership Trainee – Milling
Help Us Shape the Future of Nutrition
Location: Various Canadian Locations
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Pre-employment Requirement: Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference check
About the Role
We’re seeking a Operations Leadership Trainee – Milling to join our team at ADM’s flour mill in Canadian Locations. This program offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing and leadership experience within a world-class organization. As an Operations Leadership Trainee, you’ll learn the real-world workings of ADM—from our people and processes to our equipment and safety culture.
Through structured rotations, you’ll build foundational skills in production management, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and employee leadership. The experience provides a strong platform for long-term career growth within ADM’s operations network.
What You’ll Do
• Supervise operations and employees in a manufacturing environment
• Perform the duties of department superintendents as needed
• Provide strong leadership in safety, quality, and production
• Develop and submit budgets for capital projects
• Monitor inventory, production levels, and shift performance
• Use problem-solving techniques to resolve process upsets
• Apply best manufacturing practices to improve yield and efficiency
• Direct and oversee engineering projects and collaborate on design improvements
• Determine equipment requirements and costs for plant expansions
• Work cross-functionally with vendors, contractors, maintenance, and consultants
• Maintain operational records, monitor performance, and ensure efficient production
What You Bring
• Fluency in both French and English (verbal and written)
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Agricultural/Biological Systems Engineering, or Food Science (recently completed)
• Demonstrated self-starter with strong initiative and accountability
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership and motivational abilities
• Continuous improvement mindset and results-driven attitude
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility
• Willingness to occasionally work off-shifts to meet operational needs
What’s in It for You
• Relocation support for this position
• Professional development and structured training
• Opportunity for future relocation and career advancement within ADM
• A collaborative, inclusive workplace that values growth and innovation
Other Requirements
• Must pass pre-employment medical and reference checks
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, or wet environments
• Compliance with all local, provincial, and federal safety legislation
• Understanding and adherence to ADM’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards
Mississauga
ON - Ontario
Canada
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.
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re an essential global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. We’re a premier human and animal nutrition provider, offering one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of ingredients and solutions from nature. We’re a trailblazer in health and well-being, with an industry-leading range of products for consumers looking for new ways to live healthier lives. We’re a cutting-edge innovator, guiding the way to a future of new bio-based consumer and industrial solutions. And we're leading in business-driven sustainability efforts that support a strong agricultural sector, resilient supply chains, and a vast and growing bioeconomy. Around the globe, our expertise and innovation are meeting critical needs from harvest to home. Learn more at www.adm.com.
