Operations Technician

Cargill Food Enterprise PositionCargill 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 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.Job type: Full Time Shift Available: Rotating (rotates every 4 weeks between days and nights) Compensation: $29/hr.Benefits InformationMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsA Typical Work Day May IncludeExecuting processes and operating all equipment of a designated area to maintain a dynamic and continuous process flow such as collecting and processing samplesMonitor tank levels, product temperatures and pressures, including observing readings on computers and field instruments, documenting key readings and information and making appropriate adjustmentsTroubleshoot and operate equipment & instrumentation efficiently and perform routine maintenance.Unloading raw materials, loading finished products (trucks, railcars, etc.) and controlling inventory to meet both internal and external customer needsOpen communication with peers and management to promote a teamwork focused environment as well as developing and participating in individual/group skill development trainingOperate mobile equipment such as forklifts, mobile lifts, and railcar movers as necessaryMoving, dumping and unloading ingredients in railcars/trucksOperate standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, electric tools, etc.Understanding and adhering to all safety trainings, food safety, sanitation, hygiene and environmental policies and proceduresInterfacing with customers and carriers of our productsOther duties as assignedWhat You Will NeedMust be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipMust be 18 years or olderAbility 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 respiratorAbility to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodationAbility to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Agility to work overtime, weekends and holidays, or different shifts with advance noticeBasic use of computerWhat Will Put You AheadExperience operating mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, etc.High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experienceExperience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Experience working in a production lab, analyzing samples, and collecting dataPrior experience in production-related workBasic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systemsA valid driver's licenseConsidered 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