Machine Operator - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Cargill's protein and salt business is seeking a Machine Operator for their Mason City, IA location. This full-time position is responsible for the production of food-safe products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role involves starting up and shutting down production lines, making mechanical adjustments, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring all production paperwork is completed accurately. The operator will be responsible for identifying and addressing potential production disruptions, ensuring quality products are delivered to customers, and adhering to all Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Policies and Procedures. This position requires reporting any issues with the food safety management system and initiating corrective actions. The operator must also acquire and maintain knowledge of HACCP/OPRP/PRP (GMP) policies and requirements.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Must have basic math skills (Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Must be willing to work in hot, cold, and wet environment
- Availability to work outside of normal shift up to including weekend and off shift hours as needed
- Ability to lift frequently
- Successful completion of Buddy training program
- Ability to obtain and maintain scissor lift, and floor scrubber training
- Ability to work with heights and wear a safety harness
- Ability to operate a truck with a trailer, or minimum of one (1) year of experience in trailer moving, yard driving, or related driving experience
Nice To Haves
- Previous food service, and/or production experience
- Consistent work history in the last 12 months
- Dependable and punctual
- Previous leadership experience
- Critical thinking skills
- Ability to use or learn to use a tablet to complete documents
Responsibilities
- Accountable for the production of food safe product in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Start up and shut down of a production line, making mechanical adjustments, and troubleshooting equipment
- Ensuring all production paperwork is completed
- Responsible for containing and proactively addressing potential problems that may arise in an effort to limit disruptions to production
- Ensuring all processing steps have been completed and a quality product is delivered to the customer (all food handling tasks were completed properly; i.e. proper packaging, weights are in acceptable range) including assisting others as needed
- Maintain adherence to all Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
- This position shall have the responsibility to report problems with the food safety management system to identified person(s)
- This position has the responsibility and authority to initiate and record actions
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of HACCP/OPRP/PRP (GMP) policies and requirements to complete all monitoring and/or verifications tasks as outlined by Food Safety Management
Benefits
- Shift differential and incentives
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
