Lead Technician

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 specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures. Job Type: Full Time Shift Available: 3rd Compensation: $25.00- $30.00/hr Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at or text CargillJobs to 60196. Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance • Health and Wellness Incentives • Paid Vacation and Holidays • 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Discounts Principal Accontabilities: Operating equipment and technology tools throughout the facility which may include mixers, batching, mills, grinders, packing, weighing, palletizers, etc. Collecting product samples and supervising tank levels, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary Manufacturing products to ensure that they meet specifications Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment Operating mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, etc. Assisting Managers, FSQR, Supervisors & Ops team as needed Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures Maintaining a safe and clean work environment Other duties as assigned Requiered Qualifications: Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship Must be 18 years or older Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written) Basic computer skills Ability 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 work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in leading teams (Shift meetings, Safety meetings, multistaking, etc) Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems Experience in production-related work Experience operating mobile equipment such as forklift Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.