Specialty Operator
Job in
Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52401, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
Listing for:
Cargill
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Food Production, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 Type:
** Full Time
** Shift Available:
** 3rd shift
** Compensation:** $34.75/hr
** New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at or text Cargill Jobs 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 Accountabilities:*
* + Operate all equipment associated with the process, blowers, conditioners, extruders, cutters, dryers, grinders, packaging equipment, truck unload and load out and rail load out.
+ Operate Extrusion & Flour Process Equipment
+ Operate Fine Grind Truck Load out and Soy Flour Truck/Rail load out.
+ Monitor/observe Extrusion Equipment and Fine Grind Truck lead-out.
+ Monitor soy flake grinding and soy lecithin applications
+ Ensure accurate information of scale weights and transactions are recorded daily.
+ Collect and process flour mill and extrusion samples using various lab equipment to obtain and record values on a computer spreadsheet.
+ Move packaged product using a forklift.
+ Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
+ Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
+ Other duties as assigned.
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* Required Qualifications:
*
* + Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
+ 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 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
+ Mechanical aptitude
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* Preferred Qualifications:
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* + Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems
+ Prior experience in production related work
+ Experience operating forklifts and/or similar equipment
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Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP
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Working experience with software programs such as Microsoft Office, and Outlook
** 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*
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