Machine Operator

Job Location: Albert Lea, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st
Compensation: $21.15/hr

Benefits Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Marathon Health Clinic (Employer sponsored health center)
• 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
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Principal Accountabilities 

• Tracking, reading, or creating reports manually or via computer
• Set up, operate, tear down machines as required
• Operate all aspects of assigned machines including quick changeovers ensuring meeting spec, safety and quality
• Cleanliness and housekeeping
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Other tasks may be assigned per the discretion of management
• Starting pay will be $21.15 and will go up after 90 days probationary period
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Basic math ability (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division)
• Ability to read and write in English
• Basic computer skills
• Availability to work outside of normal shift up to including weekend and off shift hours as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food manufacturing experience
• Previous leadership experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Production experience
• Work history in the last 12 months

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.