Packaging & Warehouse Technician (Varying Shifts)

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co; Drayton (ND); On-site; USD 32,318 - 46,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

24/7 employee assistance program

Job summary

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co in Drayton, ND is seeking a Packaging & Warehouse Technician. The role involves operating industrial packaging lines, performing equipment care, and maintaining facility hygiene. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and must be able to navigate technical documentation in English.

Entry level pay starts at $23.46/hr, with compensation ranges of $23.46–$33.78/hr and a variety of benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Pass a Safety Screen evaluating ability to safely execute job duties.
• Read and write in English to comprehend technical literature and safety documentation.
• Understand current GMPs, safety rules/procedures, and SDS requirements for food packaging.
• Occupational exposure to noise above 85dB and airborne sugar dust.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic equipment care and maintain mobile equipment.
• Operate industrial packaging lines while providing packaging equipment support.
• Sanitize facilities and conduct dust abatement duties.
• Complete food safety inspections and documentation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging & Warehouse Technician

Shift Schedule:
• 4‑10s Wed‑Sun 4pm‑12am
• 5‑8s Mon‑Fri 8am‑4pm
• 12‑hour rotating Dupont shift schedule – $4/hr shift differential and an additional $4/hr shift incentive for the 12‑hour shift. Entry level pay $23.46, progressing to $38.95 (plus $4/hr extra on the 12‑hour shift).

Compensation Range: $23.46–33.78/hr. Benefits start day one: Medical, free dental, 401(k) match, pension, paid short‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a 24/7 employee assistance program.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic equipment care and maintain mobile equipment.
• Operate industrial packaging lines while providing packaging equipment support.
• Sanitize facilities and conduct dust abatement duties.
• Complete food safety inspections and documentation.
• Understand equipment operating principles and fundamentals.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Pass a Safety Screen evaluating ability to safely execute job duties.
• Read and write in English to comprehend technical literature, reference material, and SDS information.
• Understand current GMPs, safety rules/procedures, and SDS requirements for food packaging.
• Be able to work independently and in a team, communicate effectively, and possess emergency evacuation training.
• Occupational exposure to noise above 85dB, airborne sugar dust, and outdoor temperature variations.
• Wear personal protective equipment, including fit‑tested dust respirators.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Training/knowledge in emergency evacuation procedures.
• Comprehension of GMPs, safety rules, and SDS information.

Career Progression

• Package Technician Level IV: $23.46
• Package Technician III: $26.67
• Package Technician II: $31.30
• Package Technician: $38.95

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage qualified individuals to apply.