Machine Operator I
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Job Location: Fullerton, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 3rd: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM Monday to Friday, with weekends occationally
Compensation: $23.00/hr
Shift Differential: $0.60/hr
Job Overview
Join Cargill as a Machine Operator and help keep our production running safely and efficiently. In this hands-on role, you’ll operate and monitor production equipment, perform basic maintenance, and support material flow while following food safety and regulatory standards. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with equipment, learning new processes, and being part of a team that delivers quality products every day.
What You will Do
- Operate and monitor production equipment with limited process variables to meet quality and throughput goals
- Set up control systems, make basic process adjustments, replenish materials such as labels, caps, and supplies, and perform line changeovers as needed
- Perform minor maintenance and troubleshoot basic equipment issues using hand and power tools
- Operate powered mobile equipment such as forklifts or loaders to support material flow.
- Follow all food safety and safety procedures while maintaining a clean, compliant work environment
- Willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts with advance notice
- 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 understand and communicate in English, verbal and written
- Basic computer skills
- Able to work indoors and outdoors, including at heights of 4 feet or more, and capable of performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation and while using appropriate PPE.
What Will Put You Ahead
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- Experience operating mobile equipment such as a forklift
Benefits
- 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.
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