Line Operator I

About the role

Job Location: Monticello, MN. Job Type: Full Time. The Line Operator plays an important role in keeping our production lines running safely and smoothly. In this position, you’ll operate and monitor machinery that requires limited set up, perform basic adjustments, and help maintain a clean and efficient work environment while meeting safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment by starting up, running, monitoring, and adjusting machines to maintain product quality.
• Set up machines and perform basic changeovers following established procedures.
• Complete production, safety, and quality checks by tracking information manually or electronically.
• Assist with basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting, escalating issues when needed.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory policies, including proper lockout/tagout procedures.
• Perform job duties in a fast-paced, cold, or warm production setting with required PPE while engaging in physical tasks such as standing for long periods of time, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines to maintain compliance and product integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English as required for safety and documentation.
• Basic math and computer capability to complete production and quality checks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments.
• Previous experience operating production or warehouse machinery.
• Familiarity with basic preventative maintenance or machine troubleshooting.
• Work history in the last 12 months.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Development Opportunities
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

Pay

$23.35 per hour base pay, plus a $2.00 per hour shift differential for the 2nd shift.

Schedule

Full‑time position; 2nd shift: 1:30 pm – 11:00 pm.