Production Technician (Albany)

APPLY ONLINE AT: careers.cargill.com Shift Available: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Sign On Bonus: $2,000 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 Accountabilities: Operating equipment and technology tools throughout the facility which will Include operating all of the following: Short Mix Micro Hand Additives, Production Ingredient Mixers, Pellet Mills, Grinders, Packaging Equipment, Truck Weighing Scales, Palletizers Collecting product samples and supervising tank levels, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary Running required testing for quality checks on inbound ingredients and outbound products Utilizing computer systems for operating automation of production operations Scheduling, sequencing, and manufacturing products to meet all quality standards before delivering to customers 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. Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures Maintaining a safe and clean work environment Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship Be 18 years or older Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written) Intermediate 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 50lbs., 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: High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience Minimum of two years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining various mechanical components and systems Prior experience in production-related work Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP 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.