Operations Technician

Cargill•Eddyville, IA

11d

About The Position

Join Cargill as an Operations Technician and help keep production processes running safely, efficiently, and reliably. In this hands-on role, you’ll operate and support chemical, mechanical, and thermal processes, troubleshoot equipment issues, and contribute to continuous improvement across multiple areas of the facility. This position is suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving, learning complex systems, and making a direct impact on product quality and plant performance. The position is located in Eddyville, Iowa, and is full time. The shift rotates every four weeks between days and nights: 7:30 AM–7:30 PM or 7:30 PM–7:30 AM. Compensation is $29 per hour. Candidates must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts with advance notice. This position is in Cargill’s Food Enterprise, which serves food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a range of 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 18 years or older.
Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English to safely perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including at heights of 4 feet or more, and perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation and while using appropriate PPE.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Working knowledge of computers and willingness to learn digital tools and equipment controls.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a production, chemical, or manufacturing environment.
Experience operating industrial or mobile equipment, such as forklifts or loaders.
Familiarity with maintenance practices or troubleshooting mechanical or electrical systems.
Experience using computerized production, quality, or inventory systems.
High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years of equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment and chemical, mechanical, or thermal processes across assigned production areas, including rotation or backfill support.
Monitor and adjust production processes using computer systems to meet quality and specification requirements.
Perform preventative and autonomous maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues using hand, power, and basic electrical tools.
Record production data, manage inventory, and load or unload materials using mobile equipment.
Work with peers and management to support continuous improvement and follow standard operating procedures.
Follow safety and regulatory policies, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and coordinate with connected process areas.
Work overtime, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts with advance notice, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.