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Formulator - Decatur, IL

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Compensation
$52–113K/yr
Location
Decatur, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

ADM seeks an experienced Formulator for its Oilseeds Refinery team at the West Plant in Decatur, Illinois. The role oversees and coordinates daily load-out team activities, supports training and development, and promotes operational efficiency, safety, and compliance. It also coordinates production, scheduling, logistics, and reporting while supporting team members and supervisors.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Team LeadershipTraining and DevelopmentCommunicationProblem SolvingIndependent WorkCollaborationSpheraLifting 50 PoundsStanding for Long PeriodsWorking in a Fast-Paced EnvironmentAdapting to Changing SituationsNavigating Plant Equipment Safely

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience5+ Years Formulator ExperienceBackground Check

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

114635BR

Job Description:

Formulator - Decatur, IL

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Formulator for our Oilseeds Refinery team at the West Plant, located in Decatur, IL The Formulator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of the load out team, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, and driving operational efficiency and safety while supporting day-to-day operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Training and Development:

  • Conduct hands-on training for new team members

  • Create and update skill set matrices and training progress

  • Conduct safety training for new hires

  • Coordinate and track training sessions with L&D coordinator

  • Develop and implement effective training programs

Operations and Coordination:

  • Oversee oil load out operations

  • Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.)

  • Standardize and optimize schedules and work processes

  • Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand

  • Coordinate with commercial team, oil handling/rail team, and other departments

  • Ensure efficient trucks and rail loading and all the process aid ordering and waste product handling.

  • Develop and implement strategies to achieve high-quality performance and minimize downtime

  • Monitor rail inventory (incoming & outbounds)

Safety and Compliance:

  • Conduct regular safety audits and inspections

  • Identify and implement measures to mitigate near misses and prevent accidents

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations

  • Participate in near miss safety team investigations

Scheduling and Logistics:

  • Assist in employee scheduling and workflow optimization

  • Coordinate with WPO/DEC teams to facilitate movement within the refinery areas

  • Back up the superintendent on processing supplies (chemicals)

Performance Excellence:

  • Participate in the steering committee and CCD team

  • Collaborate with the CCD PE team to provide training documents and track progress

  • Assist with standardizing and maintaining operator skills and abilities

  • Train and support new shift supervisors and step-up supervisors

Reporting and Documentation:

  • Enter data into Sphera and track progress

  • Participate in end-of-month inventory entry and review reports

  • Ensure completion and filing of monthly inspections

Leadership and Support:

  • Lead by example and demonstrate leadership skills

  • Provide guidance and support to team members

  • Create the work schedule for team members

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a formulator role in oilseeds or related industry

  • Proven leadership skills and experience in training and developing teams

  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members

  • Familiarity with Sphera and other relevant systems

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing situations

  • Ability to navigate the plant and equipment safely

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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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:

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$52,200 - $113,000

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Benefits 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.

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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 law

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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.

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How this job compares

Set against the 10,652 open Operations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$52–113K/yr
  • Illinois median$80–113K/yr215 salary ranges
  • US median$95–150K/yr5,111 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $83K, is 16% below the Illinois median midpoint ($98K) — in the middle half of Operations salary ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 365 open Operations jobs in Illinois and 10,652 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Operations postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (6,646 postings).
Education
3,592 of the 10,652 open Operations jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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