Process Technician

Crystal Sugar Company; East Grand Forks (MN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance from day one

Pension

401(k) match

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

American Crystal Sugar Company is seeking an entry-level Process Technician to operate factory processing equipment and perform lab sampling to support sugar production from beets. The role includes coordinating with supervisors to ensure proper setup for desired rates and quality, plus basic mechanical inspections.

The position offers a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, with benefits starting on day one and opportunities for progression through the specialized training program.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must read, write, and speak English to understand technical literature.
• Must be able to use common tools.
• Must have demonstrated ability in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate factory processing equipment and mobile equipment.
• Perform pilot lab sampling and analysis.
• Coordinate with supervisors to configure equipment for desired processing rates and quality.
• Perform mechanical inspections and adjustments to maintain optimum conditions.

Skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Common tools

Job description

Process Technician Entry Level $24.71 with Training and Progression to $37.84 Rotating 12hr shift schedule. Only work 14 shifts per month! Benefits Day One: Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a Pension and More!

The Process Technician extracts and crystalizes sugar from sugar beets. Individuals in this position operate factory processing equipment, mobile equipment, perform pilot lab sampling and analysis, and perform manual labor. Individuals in this position coordinate with supervisors to ensure that production equipment is properly configured and/or set up for desired processing rates and production quality standards. They also perform mechanical inspections and adjustments, including trouble shooting to maintain optimum operating conditions. Individuals can become proficient in multiple functional areas of the factory through the Process Technician Specialized Training Program.

PRE-HIRE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English in order to comprehend & interpret technical literature.
• Must be able to use common tools.
• Must have demonstrated ability in basic computer skills.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

Daily activities include standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, squatting/crouching/kneeling, climbing (stairs and ladders), and balancing. Individuals are required to lift assorted items up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment, beard and hairnets, and appropriate clothing. Candidate will be required to submit to and successfully pass a Safety Screen that evaluates their ability to safely execute the duties & tasks defined for this position.

MFG123 Compensation Range

$24.71 - $37.84 /hr

Benefits Include

• our comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one.
• Pension
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match
• paid dental
• paid basic life insurance
• paid short -term disability
• voluntary long-term disability
• life insurance
• vision insurance
• health savings account
• flexible spending accounts
• paid time off
• paid sick leave
• paid parental leave
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• service awards
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost

An Equal Opportunity Employer Our Cooperative Grows Opportunity.

American Crystal Sugar Company is more than just a sugarbeet cooperative. Our company is deeply rooted in the communities of the Red River Valley. We are committed to the sustainability and growth of our business and to improving lives in the places where we work and live. We do that by investing in our people, our communities, and the future of our company. At American Crystal Sugar Company, growers who grow and harvest the sugarbeets also own the company and the factories that make our products. We're proud to be an economic engine for our communities, employing approximately 1,600 full-time employees and about 900 hourly seasonal workers and many more contracted third-party workers. Together, we build a better future for the sugar industry and the Red River Valley.

Everything We Do Benefits Our Growers and Our Communities. Our valued team members can access a variety of benefits to enhance their health, wellness, and financial security. Learn more by clicking the link below: https://www.crystalsugar.com/careers/sweet-benefits/