Machine Operator III
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026. Cargill scores A on the Alion truth index.
New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or textCargillJobs to60196.
Job Location: Mason City, IA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd (3:00PM - 11:00PM)
Compensation: $22.75/hr
Shift differential: $1.00/hr
Potential attendance incentive: $3.00/hr
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 complex set up, perform 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 while providing support to others
- Set up multiple machines and perform changeovers following established procedures
- Complete production, safety, and quality checks by tracking information manually or electronically
- Conduct preventative maintenance and troubleshooting, escalating issues when needed
- 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
- Ability to work with heights and wear a safety harness
- Ability to operate a truck with a trailer, or minimum of one (1) year of experience in trailer moving, yard driving, or related driving experience (for only one of our roles this is a necessary requirement)
What will put you ahead
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments
- Previous experience operating production or warehouse machinery
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance or machine troubleshooting
- Work history in the last 12 months
Benefits Information
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Development Opportunities
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 area code
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet