Molding & Packing Operator

Cargill; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Cargill is seeking a dedicated Production Worker to operate molding and automated packaging equipment within a supportive environment. This full-time position requires the ability to work varying shifts, along with safety and quality responsibilities. Ideal candidates should have basic math skills, the ability to lift heavy items, and experience in food production settings.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Qualifications

• 18 years or older to work in production.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work in various conditions.
• Experience in food production and basic troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding and automated packaging equipment.
• Communicate production line status with previous shift.
• Complete quality checks and maintain a safe workspace.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to understand and communicate in English

Food production experience

Forklift experience

Education

High School diploma / GED equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose and Impact

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. You will be proud to work for a company with a strong history of ethics and a purpose of nourishing people. We offer a diverse, supportive environment where you will grow personally and professionally as you learn from some of the most talented people in your field. At Cargill we have a Culture of Safety, our goal is to return everyone safely back to their loved ones every day.

Job type: Full time
Shift Available: 12 hours night shift. 4 days on / 4 days off
Compensation: $22.50/hr, plus $0.55/hr for shift differential

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

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Key Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilities:

• Operate Molding and Automated Packaging Equipment and Bindler automated Packaging Equipment
• Read schedule for production lines and communicate with the operator from the previous shift to determine the status of the lines. (Machinery problems change over status, availability of paste, special operating instructions, quality control issues, etc.)
• Monitor line temperatures of product from use tank to tempering unit and from tempering unit to depositor
• Change and maintain plates (2-person job)
• Complete safety training
• Complete quality checks and document results
• Do routine trouble shooting and maintenance
• Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Cargill requires employees to be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility
• Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Able to work with different temperature and humidity conditions in the work area that can vary from temperatures ranging from 65 degrees F up to or exceeding 100 degrees, and very humid (near or over 80%) to ultra-low humidity (less than 40%)
• Must be able to work with noise levels up to 115 decibels requiring the use of hearing protection for most of the day.
• Must be required to wear plastic gloves while performing duties involving potential direct contact with the product
• Ability to regularly walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime and work holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts in a Union environment
• Basic math skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous food production experience
• Forklift previous experience
• High School diploma / GED equivalent
• Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems

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.