Process Technician

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Principal Accountabilities

• Operating processing and packaging equipment and backup for various other plant production roles
• Monitor bag weights on packaging line scale
• Collect samples/perform quality testing
• Minor maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment in packaging department
• Mobile equipment operation including forklifts, sweeper, front-end loader, etc.
• Use of a computer in the processing office to monitor equipment in the building
• Operate forklift to empty hoppers and change out full Mini bulk bags and load bulk pneumatic/dump trucks
• Perform housekeeping duties in their area and assisting maintenance when required on PM/repair work
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without 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
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certified
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in production or plant environment
• Front-end Loader experience

Benefits

• 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

Pay

$20.00/hr

Schedule

3rd Shift, Full Time