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Production Operator

Cargill
Cedar Rapids, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Feb 2024
💰 $62,500/yr

About the role

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s agricultural supply chain business, where we seamlessly connect farming customers with food, feed and industry.

 

The purpose of this position is to manage equipment associated with the CTS flour & extrusion packaging processes. Interacts on a regular basis with the CTS Operator, soy flour customers, warehouse personnel, supervisors and other personnel.
 


Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st and 2nd 
Compensation: $ 31.25/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 


 

Principal Accountabilities:
 

  • Operate equipment associated with the production process. This may include grain handling, processing and/or, conveyance, packaging equipment
  • Operate and monitor the process
  • Ensure accurate information of operating logs, bills of lading, scale weights and transactions are recorded
  • Assist with the collection and processing of samples 
  • Operate a forklift to move packaged products or equipment
  • Enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions and supervision
  • Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment utilized by facility; determine immediate and long-range needs for maintenance and repair work
  • Enter work orders utilizing maintenance computer program (SAP)
  • Troubleshoot minor problems as required
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Other duties as assigned

 


Required Qualifications:
 

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • 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, 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) including a respirator
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
  • Ability to work in confined spaces
  • Must be able to operate machinery
  • High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice



Preferred Qualifications:
 

  • Forklift Experience
  • Prior experience in production related work
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office software, with an emphasis on Excel and Word
  • Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

 


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

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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