Machine Operator III

Cargill • Mason City, IA

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About The Position

The Machine Operator operates and monitors production machinery requiring complex setup, performs adjustments, and helps maintain a clean, efficient work environment while meeting safety and quality standards. The role is based in Mason City, Iowa, and is full-time on the second shift, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Compensation is $22.75 per hour, with a $1.00 per hour shift differential and a potential attendance incentive of $3.00 per hour.

This position is part of Cargill’s Food Enterprise, which serves food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with ingredients and branded products. The role does not include relocation reimbursement.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English as required for safety and documentation.
• Basic math and computer capability to complete production and quality checks.
• Ability to work at heights and wear a safety harness.
• Ability to operate a truck with a trailer, or at least one year of experience in trailer moving, yard driving, or related driving experience; stated as necessary for only one of the roles.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments.
• Previous experience operating production or warehouse machinery.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance or machine troubleshooting.
• Work history in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate, start up, run, monitor, and adjust production equipment to maintain product quality and support others.
• Set up multiple machines and perform changeovers according to established procedures.
• Complete production, safety, and quality checks and track information manually or electronically.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment, escalating issues when needed.
• Work in fast-paced, cold or warm production settings while using required PPE and performing physical tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines to maintain compliance and product integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Development opportunities.
• Potential attendance incentive of $3.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed