Production Technician

Company: Cargill
Location: Owatonna
Posted on: June 29, 2025

Job Description:

Job Purpose and ImpactCargill 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!Key AccountabilitiesJob Type: Full timeShift(s) Available: overnightCompensation: Starting $24.00/hr. and up depending on experience.Sign-On Bonus: $2,500Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsA Typical Work Day May Include:Operating equipment and technology tools throughout the facility may include mixers, batching, mills, grinders, packing, weighing, palletizers, etc.Collecting product samples and supervising tank levels, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessaryManufacturing products to ensure that they meet specificationsInteracting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork-focused environmentOperating mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, etc.Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and proceduresMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignedQualificationsMinimum QualificationsWhat You Will Need:Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipBe 18 years or olderAbility to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Basic computer skillsAbility 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 accommodationAbility to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance noticeWhat Will Put You Ahead:Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systemsPrior experience in production related work5-year forklift experience manufacturing setting (no pallet jack)Considered 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. 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. Salary: . Date posted: 06/04/2025

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