Extruder Operator

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Job Overview

The Extrusion Machine Operator II operates and adjusts extrusion equipment to manufacture quality feed products that meet safety, quality, and production standards.

This role performs routine process adjustments, conducts quality checks, and troubleshoots extrusion issues with regular guidance while supporting efficient daily operations.

What You Will Do

• Operate extrusion equipment to manufacture products that meet specifications, quality, and food safety requirements.

• Monitor extrusion processes, inspect product at required intervals, and document in-process quality checks.

• Set up and adjust die plates, knife heads, and process settings to maintain product consistency.

• Troubleshoot routine extrusion and equipment issues and escalate complex problems as needed.

• Communicate with batching, ingredients, and downstream operators to ensure proper product flow.

• Follow all safety, food safety, and housekeeping standards to maintain a safe work environment.

• Work flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts with advance notice.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Understand and communicate efficiently in English (verbal/written).

• At least 1 year of experience operating production or industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to work indoors/outdoors environments (heat, cold, dust, and noise) while performing physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, and working at heights (4 feet and above), with or without reasonable accommodation.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Prior experience operating extrusion or food processing equipment.

• Experience performing routine process adjustments or equipment changeovers.

• Familiarity with food safety, quality, or HACCP programs.

• Ability to use basic computer systems for production or quality documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Development Opportunities

About Cargill

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life's essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.