Process Technician Ii

Cargill Animal Nutrition is a global business that serves large-scale feed mill operators and retailers, as well as individual farmers. Our business has provided better nutrition for better lives for more than 120 years. By leading, innovating, and transforming the animal nutrition & health industry, we ensure that the customers we serve, the animals we feed, and the consumers who rely on that protein, thrive. Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive – a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully! Job Purpose and Impact The Process Operator II will operate, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot complex issues for a series of machines and equipment with interactions of several process inputs to produce product with an in depth understanding of policies and procedures and occasional guidance, providing support to others. In this role, you will maximize throughput and produce quality product while following all food safety and regulatory polices.Job Type: Full TimeShifts Available: 2nd and 3rdCompensation: $20.00/hr Benefits: 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 Key Accountabilities Operating equipment and technology tools throughout the facility which will Include operating all of the following: Short Mix Micro Hand Additives, Production Ingredient Mixers, Pellet Mills, Grinders, Packaging Equipment, Truck Weighing Scales, Palletizers Collecting product samples and supervising tank levels, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary Running required testing for quality checks on inbound ingredients and outbound productsUtilizing computer systems for operating automation of production operationsManufacturing products to ensure that they meet specifications Scheduling, sequencing, and manufacturing products to meet all quality standards before delivering to customers Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork-focused environment Operating mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, etc. Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures Maintaining a safe and clean work environment Other duties as assignedQualifications What You Will Need: Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship Be 18 years or older Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written) Intermediate computer skills / Basic computer and typing skills (Which one?)Ability 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) Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice What Will Put You Ahead: High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experienceMinimum of two years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining various mechanical components and systemsPrior experience in production-related workExperience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAPConsidered 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.