Night-Shift Extrusion Machine Operator II

Kansas Ag Connection; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Cargill in Kansas City, KS is hiring an Extrusion Machine Operator II to operate extrusion equipment, perform quality checks, and support daily production with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires 1+ year in a manufacturing setting, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work night shifts. Training provided, with overtime and potential weekend shifts in a fast-paced food processing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating production or industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying temperatures and environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion equipment to manufacture products meeting specifications and safety standards.
• Monitor processes and document in-process quality checks.
• Set up die plates, knife heads, and process settings for product consistency.
• Troubleshoot routine extrusion and equipment issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Coordinate with batching, ingredients, and downstream operators to ensure proper product flow.
• Follow safety, food safety, and housekeeping standards; work overtime, weekends, or rotating shifts as needed.

Skills

Extrusion operation

Quality checks

Troubleshooting

Food safety awareness

Die plate setup

Job description

Cargill in Kansas City, KS is hiring an Extrusion Machine Operator II to operate extrusion equipment, perform quality checks, and support daily production with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires 1+ year in a manufacturing setting, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work night shifts. Training provided, with overtime and potential weekend shifts in a fast-paced food processing environment.