Production Technician

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

Job Description:

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 Type: Full TimeShifts Available: 2nd Compensation: $20.00/hr - $25.00 based on experienceSign-On Bonus: $2,000.00Benefits Information: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 DiscountsPrincipal 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 necessaryRunning required testing for quality checks on inbound ingredients and outbound productsUtilizing computer systems for operating automation of production operationsScheduling, sequencing, and manufacturing products to meet all quality standards before delivering to customers Manufacturing products to ensure that they meet specifications 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 proceduresMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications: Eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorshipBe 18 years or olderAbility to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Intermediate 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 noticePreferred Qualifications: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. Salary: . Date posted: 06/09/2025

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