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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Lake Odessa
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: 2nd Shift
Compensation: $25/hr

Benefits Information:

• $3000 Sign-On Bonus
• $2 Shift differential from 2pm-6am
• $3/hour Weekly Attendance Incentive
• 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

Principal Accountabilities

• 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, which will require basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) 
• Responsible for containing and proactively addressing potential problems that may arise to limit disruptions to production as well as assisting and guiding Line Operators and Food Handlers as needed
• Accountable for supporting and developing a strong team environment. This includes but is not limited to production room staffing, overseeing the ramp in process, recognition, conflict resolution, general communication, and awareness of safety/food safety compliance
• Complete SAP documentation accurately and proficiently as well as any other written communication applicable to the job
• Ensuring all processing steps have been completed and a quality product is delivered to the customer (all food handler tasks were completed properly; i.e. proper packaging, weights are in acceptable range)
• Maintain adherence to all Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Policies and Procedures through monthly participation in the behavior based safety program and completion of the monthly safety and food safety training material
• 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 in the Food Safety Management

Required qualifications:

• Previous food manufacturing and/or production experience. 
• Ability to perform basic math such as Addition, Subtraction, Division, and Multiplication.
• Ability to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time  
• Ability to work in a repetitive and fast paced environment  
• Ability to rotate through a variety of tasks 
• Availability to work outside of normal shift up to including weekend and off shift hours as needed
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must have strong communications skills, both written and verbal 
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older 
• Ability to meet the required work schedule 
• Ability to lift and carry at least 60 pounds repetitively for frequent extended periods
• Ability to work in varying environments
• Must have basic computer skills 
• Must have at minimum High School Diploma
• Previous leadership experience 
• Demonstrate moderate technical abilities to effectively troubleshoot manufacturing and packaging equipment 

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food manufacturing and/or production experience
• 2 years+ of previous leadership experience 
• Willingness to complete training using lab equipment, confined space entry, chemical handling, lifting procedures and procedures for process lines and mixing room
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office 

Considered candidates will receive a call from a (952) area code.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet