Plant Technician at Cargill summary:
The Plant Technician role at Cargill involves managing workflow processes related to electronics and electromechanical systems within a protein and salt production facility. Responsibilities include developing preventative maintenance procedures, ensuring safety compliance, and managing departmental budgets. Candidates should have a background in electrical technologies and experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.
Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.
Job Location: Schuyler, NE
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $35.00/hr
Benefits Information
- 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
- Daily Engagement of workforce through direction of work assignments, compensation, communication, recognition, development, and coaching, etc.
- Manage the workflow process associated with electronics and some electromechanical areas of the facility, including the ASRS system
- Develop preventative maintenance procedures to maintain equipment associated with electronics and limited electromechanical equipment throughout the facility; including the management of parts inventory and corrective actions
- Manage safety culture through training and observations
- Liaison to contractors and Utilities department for projects and work orders
- Develop and update PLC and HMI programs as required based on established guidelines and controls for this type of equipment
- Ensure compliance of our measuring devices (i.e. Packers and Stockyards and Nebraska Department of Weights and Measures)
- Responsible for department budget, including labor and operating expenses
Required Qualifications
- Must be eligible to work in the united states without visa sponsorship
- Must be 18 years or older
- Basic knowledge of Allen – Bradley programmable logic controllers
- Competency in basic electrical 24 and 120 volt AC and DC circuits
- Basic knowledge of Windows operating systems
- Ability to read, write and speak English
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-year degree or better in electrical or electromechanical technologies
- Experience in food processing environment
- Proficient in Allen – Bradley PLC Programing and troubleshooting, RsLogix 500/Control Logix 5000/Factory Talk view
- Install and trouble shoot Industrial Networks – Ethernet base and components
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, general machine installation and repairs
- 3-5 years of experience with industrial process controls and industrial networking
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
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