Process Technician

Cargill•Tampa, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician works in Cargill’s Food Enterprise, which serves food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with ingredients and branded products. The role operates processing and packaging equipment and may provide backup for other plant production positions. Duties also include monitoring packaging weights, collecting samples and performing quality tests, troubleshooting and conducting minor equipment maintenance, operating mobile equipment, monitoring building equipment from a computer, and supporting housekeeping and maintenance activities. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and maintaining a safe, clean work environment. This is a full-time position on the second shift, with compensation of $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Have the right to work in the U.S.; work authorization cannot be based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
Be at least 18 years old to work in a production facility.
Be able to perform physical job duties, including bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, which may include heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, using personal protective equipment.
Be able to work in elevated areas at four feet and above.
Be able to operate machinery.
Be able to understand and communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
Have basic computer skills.
Be able to work overtime, including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts, with advance notice.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a production or plant environment.
Front-end loader experience.

Responsibilities

Operate processing and packaging equipment and provide backup for various other plant production roles.
Monitor bag weights using the packaging-line scale.
Collect samples and perform quality testing.
Perform minor maintenance and troubleshoot equipment in the packaging department.
Operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, sweepers, and front-end loaders.
Use a computer in the processing office to monitor equipment in the building.
Operate a forklift to empty hoppers, change out full Mini bulk bags, and load bulk pneumatic or dump trucks.
Perform housekeeping duties in the assigned area and assist maintenance with preventive maintenance or repair work when required.
Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.