Machine Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Cargill scores A on the Alion truth index.
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Job Location: Albert Lea, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Shifts Available: 1st / 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday through Friday
Compensation: $21.65/hour
Job Overview
The Machine Operator plays an important role in keeping our production lines running safely and smoothly. In this position, you’ll operate and monitor machinery that requires limited set up, perform basic adjustments, and help maintain a clean and efficient work environment while meeting safety and quality standards.
What you will do
- Operate production equipment by starting up, running, monitoring, and adjusting machines to maintain product quality.
- Set up machines and perform basic changeovers following established procedures.
- Complete production, safety, and quality checks by tracking information manually or electronically.
- Assist with basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting, escalating issues when needed.
- Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory policies, including proper lockout/tagout procedures.
- Perform job duties in a fast-paced, cold, or warm production setting with required PPE while engaging in physical tasks such as standing for long periods of time, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
- Follow all food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines to maintain compliance and product integrity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will need
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English as required for safety and documentation.
- Basic math and computer capability to complete production and quality checks.
What will put you ahead
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, production or warehouse environments.
- Previous experience operating production or warehouse machinery.
- Familiarity with basic preventative maintenance or machine troubleshooting.
- Work history in the last 12 months.
Benefits
- Benefits Are Based on Our Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Development Opportunities
- Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
About Cargill
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.
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
Considered candidates may receive a phone call from a 952 or 507 area code.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.