Title:  Production Operator

The Process Operator I, will operate, perform preventative maintenance and assist with troubleshooting a series of machines and equipment with limited, readily definable process inputs to produce product following policies and procedures and frequent guidance. In this role, you will maximize throughput and produce quality product while following all food safety and regulatory polices.
 

Job Type: Full Time
Shift: 1st shift / Monday thru Thursday 5am - 3pm
Compensation: $18.00/hr  
 

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

Key Accountabilities

• Operate and maintain all processing and material handling equipment for bead manufacturing
• Monitor inventory, raw material, parts, processing materials and final product quality
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on production equipment as required
• Conduct particle size analysis as required 
• Perform in process inspections of finished product.
• Maintain tools in neat and orderly manner
• Maintain bead manufacturing area in a neat and orderly status
• Coordinate order flow  
• Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations(including food safety policies and procedures)
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned    

Qualifications

Minimum 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 work overtime, weekends and holidays with advance notice.
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written).
• Must be able 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).
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in production related work.
• Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems
• High School diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Previous forklift experience.
   

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