Machine Operator

Job Type: Full Time
Shifts Available: 2nd shift
Compensation: $22.00/hr; plus shift differential


New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.


Benefits Information:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription


• Drug Insurance


• Health and Wellness Incentives


• Paid Vacation and Holidays


• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)


• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities: 

• Direct responsibility for the day-to-day operations of running packaging, filling, and palletizing equipment


• Will be required to make process changes to the production equipment


• Frequently assists other operators on the equipment


• Operate mobile equipment including forklift, and pallet jack, and help replenish raw materials such as corrugate, stretch wrap, caps, etc.


• Transact in plant warehouse management system/SAP


• Perform operator care on the line


• Participate in training, communicate, and follow up on what is needed for the production line to succeed


• Complete all daily tasks and keep the plant audit ready at all times


• Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations


• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment


• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications: 

• Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer


• Cargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility


• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)


• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)


• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)


• Must be able to operate machinery and/or industrial equipment


• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays and different shifts with advance notice


• At least 6 months of experience in production and manufacturing


• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift experience


• Experience with SAP and automated plant control systems


• High school diploma/GED or a minimum of one-year equivalent work experience

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.