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I have had the privilege of working at ADM Memphis Southern Cotton Oil Plant for the past 4 years as a Production Supervisor. It has been an incredible fulfilling and supportive experience. From the moment I joined the team I felt welcomed and valued as a team member.  One of the standout aspects of working here is the positive and inclusive work culture. The company fosters and environment where collaboration, team work, and respect are highly encouraged. I have had the opportunity to work with talented and motivated colleagues who are always willing to lend a helping hand and share their expertise. The sense of camaraderie and support amongst the team has been instrumental in my professional growth. ADM places a strong emphasis on employee development and growth. They provide regular training program courses on computer and resources that enables the employees to enhance their skills. The company also encourages employees to take on new challenges and offers some opportunities for advancement’s especially if you’re willing to relocate. I have personally benefited from these initiatives and have seen firsthand how they contribute to overall career progression of employees. Another highlight is the work/life balance they promote. The company recognizes the importance of maintaining a healthy equilibrium between work and personal life. They offer flexible work schedules, some remote work options and supportive policies that allow employees to prioritize their well being without compromising production. The leadership team here are exceptional people who are approachable, open to feedback, and genuinely invested in the success and growth of their employees. Regular communication channels are established to ensure employees are informed about company updates, goals, and achievements. The transparency and accessibility of the leadership team has created a sense of trust and empowerment among employees. Lastly, the company values diversity in work force and ensures that individuals from different backgrounds are welcomed and respected. Their commitment to diversity creates a rich and  vibrant work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and different perspectives. 

It could be a great company to work for, if the manager had some clue! About how to inter act with his drivers!
But he is a tipical,gm that has only one goal, to make himself look good to the upper management,he's all about him! When her got the job it must of went to his head,he has one goal! To show corporate, he is so good they should move him up.because he
made the langhorne facility better.But the truth is the drivers and other employees is the only reason its better ! They are the only radon for that,boss has no regaurd for the drivers he has, they stay and do a good job, because they need the job! boss has no respect for drivers, there is a high driver turn over, there is a non stop add for drivers saw a new one tonight, if you get recruited, you better be a saint and work like your walking on egg shells, because if you don't you wouldn't be there long! But then he might be working it that way to keep from, having drivers get in the union, since he can't seem to keep an account? He'll bring you on use you, train you, get some work out of you, when he's busy then let you go when he's got the extra work done. He will find a way to let you go!
If you go there, watch your back, because he's spying on you, he's got cameras every where, and he will find some way to get rid of you, before you make the union!
If you like to, ______he's your man!
He thinks he's king, and you better be a perfect person! No second chance, no excuses, no mistakes, his way or the highway! I should have listened to the guy inn the shop that kept yelling, every time he saw me when I was training, he would yell out don't do it don't starry leave now ! Don't do it! You'll be sorry! He wanted to make a bet to see how long I would be there! So before you go to adm in Langhorne pa.you know the kind of guy your gonna have to work for, he will tell you he's all about the drivers! He's about making look good to corporate! I was wandering why a guy they was there for 12 yrs left for a better job? Now I know, he probably couldn't take his boss any more!!

A typical day is structured and busy, with a strong focus on health and safety - if anything, it’s almost too thorough! There are a lot of boxes to tick and red tape to get through, which can make it harder to get things done, but it’s clear the company genuinely cares about keeping people safe. Hours are reasonable, and management is fair when it comes to sickness and time away, including extra paternity leave.

When I first started, they were very flexible around childcare, and that support has continued. Holidays are generous (25 days plus bank holidays), and the pension is excellent — I pay 6% and they contribute 10%. They also offer a cycle‑to‑work scheme and other vehicle incentives.

The management team listens and values personal experience, and other team members generally respect each other’s input. You do get the occasional person who isn’t a team player, but that’s more about the individual than the company culture.

The site itself is quite remote, and with no smoking or vaping allowed anywhere on site, a smoker might find it difficult. The best part for me has been the training opportunities, they’ve put me through a lot of courses that are transferable elsewhere, not just “in‑house” training. Overall, it’s a fair and supportive place to work with strong values and a genuine focus on safety and employee well‑being.



I worked at Fremont,NE ADM soybean extraction plant for 5.5 years. During this time, you get hired out as a laborer, train in different area's in the plant and then fill in for operators and or hourly employee personnel. The management changes there every so many years, so you never really get that grandfathered plant manager that has seen it all. The company uses managers at all different areas within the company. The hourly crew at the Fremont plant is or was pretty good, some employee's are very disgruntle due to the fact they have been working 40 plus hours and are running low on amounts of sleep. Weekly pay is great. Having the union is also good (50g). Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, any shift for any period of hours during un-planned shutdowns. You can learn a great deal of mechanical equipment during your duration at this plant if you put your mind to it. Most operators like to train new employees in there departments because they are and will be counting on the new hires to fill in and or help out when needed. If the plant has a strong manager and a good super intended this place can really make some money due to the crude oil business.
 TIPS FOR WORKING AT THE ADM FREMONT OILSEED PLANT
*GET YOUR SLEEP DURING OFF HOURS*
*MAKE TIME FOR FAMILY / FRIENDS*
*TAKE ADVANTAGE OF LEARNING EVERYTHING*
*PLANT GOES BYE SENORITY WAIT YOUR TURN*  
*DONT LOOK AT BILL'S CAR PHOTOS*

***WATCH OUT FOR PIGONS IN THE PELLETER*inside joke

What is the best part of working at the company?
This is NOT a good company to work for.  I guess the best part, if any, would be a steady paycheck?

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Having extra tasks vomited in your lap so that you work 40+ hours per week but are only getting paid for 40.  

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment was bad.  There were multiple manufacturing buildings that were literally falling apart because of the abrasive chemicals that were used in the process.  There were places in the I-beams on the structure that were rusting and deteriorating.  The culture was just as bad.  They have an extremely high turnover rate.  They hire people who are not really qualified for the position.  They pay an exceptionally low wage which means that the majority of people in these positions have a terrible work ethic.  That makes it difficult for everyone else involved.  The quality of operators was a complete joke.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Arrive at approximately 6am and stay until at least 3:30 pm.  Work constantly, non-stop, work through lunch.  If there's a breakdown in operations, be prepared to stay extra hours.  This means you could be staying well over 12 hours; sometimes 15 or 16 hours.  There were a handful of times when people stayed literally over 20 hours until the machine was fixed.  What a joke.....  Safety is of no concern.  What if someone fell asleep while driving home???  I guess they'll cross that bridge when they get to it.

A Typical Day at Work:
The day involves reviewing tasks, responding to emails, attending meetings, collaborating with teammates, and problem-solving. It’s a mix of routine and unexpected challenges, often balancing short-term tasks with long-term goals.
What I Believe I Learned: Key lessons include time management, adaptability, communication, empathy, and resilience. Every challenge offers an opportunity to learn, whether it’s refining skills or handling setbacks.
Management: Effective management is a balance between leadership and support. Good managers provide clear direction, listen actively, empower their teams, and foster an environment of trust and transparency.
Workplace Culture: A positive culture is inclusive, communicative, and respectful. It encourages collaboration, risk-taking, and creativity while maintaining a supportive and safe environment.
The Hardest Part of the Job:The most challenging aspects are managing competing priorities, unexpected disruptions, tight deadlines, or dealing with difficult personalities or office politics.
The Most Enjoyable Part of the Job: The most enjoyable parts are problem-solving, seeing meaningful results from hard work, and the satisfaction of working with a motivated, collaborative team.

Im not gonna walk through a typical day at work cause it wasn't good they are constantly hiring for a labourer even when I was one they don't have relief if you just get hired on your the relief they will train you and get you to sign off on jobs without giving them to you and only making you do the job and get paid for that postion when ever operators call in which is alot because they don't have attiquite hands for shifts and on top of that you have people who purposely call in to go play pool at the pool hall and rarely is it do to actual sickness. I just don't think it's justifiable for you to be trained to be basically play fill in operator if im getting paid more for a postions and im there more or regardless if I'm there more but if I'm being trained for a postion and they seem it that I'm and fully trained and make me sign off on that postion give it to me dont hold it against me. forcing me to work a 12 hour shift when I would have only worked a 8 hour shift and it's only because you sign off on being trained for that job but you don't get it they just force you to do it if someone does not show up for there shift and it's also your responsibility regardless if your not doing that operators job to make sure the operator comes in on the next shift if not you will have to stay for 4 hours untill half way through the next shift for someone to take over for you just not a really rewarding feeling for all the work you do especially since they lied about the profit they made during the pandemic 

A typical day is being overworked everyday working 2 weeks straight to have one day off to turn around and do it all over again. Don’t say you’re overworked and stressed out and need a weekend off and take a weekend off because you just get written up for it. Prepare to work twice as much and twice as hard as the managers due to them getting their weekends off no matter what. If you have problems or issues with equipment good luck getting answers from management even if they manage to answer no matter what the problem is or how serious it may be you’re told “it should be fine” and “ keep running we will look at it when we get there in the morning. “ for example a hot bearing on a rollstand that maintenance came and looked at due to it running a high temperature, maintenance instructed me to shut down if the case to the bearing reached 179 degrees which it did, I shut the system down called management and was told it should be fine and to continue production. No care for employees or their safety some employees still can’t access safety equipment from vending machine and management has been notified multiple times and still can’t access basic PPE such as gloves, earplugs and safety glasses. This company fools you with the pay because it’s not even close to worth it better off at any other plant then ADM they at least have a structure where you get days off

If your here for a salary/office position, ignore this review. You guys got it good.   OK with that out of the way, let's get to what you really came here for.    This company has such great potential to be an amazing company to work for, unfortunately most hourly employees can't stand it.  First off, get ready to work 6-7 days every single week. If someone calls in sick, someone has to stay and cover,  possibly up to the full 8 hours over if they can't find anyone to come in.  If someone quits/get fired, get ready for 3-4 months before they hire someone. If you call in they will find a way to punish your for it.  Management wants to be certain people's friends and totally screw over everyone else.  Every week, we have 'down day' where we have 12 hour shifts. It's normally on Tuesday.  But they will change it to Thursday from time to time, without letting people know. We will know it was canceled Tuesday, but have no idea they are doing it Thursday.  If your on third shift, this is ridiculous because you could find out Wednesday night that your 8 hours turned into 12 and your not prepared for it or already have something outside scheduled, which they will punish you for. 
It basically all comes down to this.  If you want to work tons of hours, you very easily can.  If you want to work 40 and have a normal outside life, don't even think about it.

I was an accountant. Had a great supervisor then they moved away. After that, all communication was lost with me and management staff. I went without a "true" supervisor until the time I left (over a year!). Management in the Oilseeds department was very poor and that is putting it nicely. No team building took place and was a very negative work environment (even before the layoffs took place). Loved the cafeteria and wellness center but other than that if you are not buddy buddy with your supervisor or management, kiss advancement good bye. I know after layoffs occurred in Feb. 2012 until now, there has been numerous people that have left ADM.

Highly consider taking an opportunity somewhere else if compensation is not up to par. Workplace balance was good but it seemed when I left they wanted people to work more OT.

Accounting work pretty routine and there are some more challenging work but after a couple months becomes routine. Not enough analytical work and lack business writing (writing memos or reports that explain current operations and results). Switched jobs and i became aware my writing skills were not up to par and were rather poor. ADM will not improve your writing skills which will be needed to advance high up in any company.

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