Chocolate Process Operator – 1017258

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life's essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.Job Purpose and ImpactNew, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.The Chocolate Production Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring chocolate dropline equipment to ensure consistent, highquality product output.This role plays a key part in daily production by preparing machinery, verifying ingredient readiness, adjusting operating parameters, and maintaining smooth line performance throughout the shift. Operators troubleshoot issues in real time, uphold strict foodsafety and sanitation standards, and document production activity to support traceability and continuous improvement.Key responsibilities include equipment setup, line startup, quality checks, machine adjustments, and endofshift cleaning and shutdown. The operator works closely with maintenance, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient workflow, minimal downtime, and adherence to all safety and GMP requirements. This position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.Shift: Night Shift – 12 Hour Shifts, work 7 consecutive days on followed by 7 consecutive days offCompensation: $25.00/hourly
plus $0.40 shift differential
Key AccountabilitiesOperate processing and packaging equipment Monitor overall product quality, complete required checks as well as associated daily production paperworkClean and inspect equipment and work areasUnderstand and adhere to all safety policies and proceduresDetail clean all assigned area of the plantRecord and maintain sanitation records and sign off on completed projects on the master sanitation schedule. The use of a computer will be required.Work safely with cleaning chemicals used at the plantFollow all quality requirements to avoid contamination while cleaningOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequired QualificationsRight 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 employerCargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facilityAbility to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 55lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodationAbility 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 operate machinery and/or industrial equipment with or without reasonable accommodationAbility to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance noticePreferred:Basic computer skillsHigh school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experienceAbility to work in elevated areas (4ft and above)Experience using forklift or similar equipmentExperience in a production and/or food handling experienceConsidered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.Our OfferWe provide a fast paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.Interested? Then make sure to send us your CV and cover letter in English today:
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