Job Title: 1st Shift Machine Operator Location: Albert Lea, MN Department: Production Employment Type: Full-Time Wage: $20.00 - $20.50 per hour Reports To: Production Supervisor Why Join Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen? At Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC we create delicious, high quality, prepared foods so everyone has more time to enjoy life. We believe in purpose-driven work, innovation without compromise, and investing in our people. If you're looking to lead with impact, build high-performing teams, and grow in a future-focused company, we want to meet you. Operator will be responsible for operating equipment and understanding the various packaging equipment. They will ensure products are packaged to Mrs. Gerry’s quality and safety standards. MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK, READ & WRITE ENGLISH PROFICIENTLY. What You’ll Do As a 1st Shift Machine Operator, you’ll: • Know and follow HACCP and SQF programs. • Know and follow all Food Safety procedures. • Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Wear all required personal protective equipment. • Must sanitize equipment before using. • Ensuring all lids, containers and box labels represent the product being filled. • Ensure weight of each container of salad must weigh right on or .10 over, never under. • Check dates on product and box, check metal detectors and weights. • Set up, wash down, and tear down machinery. • Will rotate to other jobs in the facility and complete duties as assigned. • What You Bring to the Table • May need to lift up to 40 pounds. • Able to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, stoop, kneel, twist, walk up stairs, etc. • Able to use hands to perform tasks associated with the position. • Alert to surroundings to ensure safety for self and others. Able to hear the horn of a forklift, machinery, individuals providing instructions, emergency sirens, and more. • Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and adjust eyesight to focus. • The ability to read, write, and speak English is necessary to meet the communication and documentation requirements associated with this role. Bonus Points for: May need to obtain forklift and/or pallet jack license. What We Offer • Competitive Wage – get rewarded for driving results • Health & Wellness – Full medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off – Including holidays and personal days • Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match, profit sharing • Growth & Leadership Development – Training, mentorship, and personal growth opportunities • Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a company focused on sustainability, transparency, and community Who You’ll Work With You’ll join a collaborative and growth-minded team. You’ll report to the Production Supervisor and have direct influence on our day to day operations. Our Hiring Process • www.mrsgerrys.com/careers • Interview with the team • Quick decisions — we move fast for the right fit Diversity & Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that diverse teams create better solutions, and we actively seek team members from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. Apply Now Take the lead in becoming our customer’s favorite prepared foods partner. Apply today to join a company where your voice and work matters. Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>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: Albert Lea, MN Job Type: Full Time Shift(s) Available: 2nd Compensation: $21.15/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 • Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law Principal Accountabilities • Tracking, reading, or creating reports manually or via computer • Set up, operate, tear down machines as required • Operate all aspects of assigned machines including quick changeovers ensuring meeting spec, safety and quality • Cleanliness and housekeeping • Maintaining a safe working environment • Other tasks may be assigned per the discretion of management Required Qualifications • Must be 18 years of age or older • Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship • Basic math ability (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division) • Ability to read and write in English • Basic computer skills • Availability to work outside of normal shift up to including weekend and off shift hours as needed Preferred Qualifications • Previous food manufacturing experience • Previous leadership experience • High School Diploma or GED equivalent • Production experience • Work history in the last 12 months Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
See More Details >>Description: Position Description: Performs detailed inspections of CNC machined components to verify compliance with blueprints, engineering specifications, and quality standards Uses various measuring devices to ensure compliance with specifications. Prepares and maintains required inspection records. Performs first article inspection and in-process verification. Essential Functions: · Inspect, audit, and report on materials, processes, and products using variable or attribute measuring instruments. · Collect and process data for ISIR, first article, and first piece paperwork. · Assist in specification audits. · Run CMM programs. · Assist in collecting data for SPC, gage R&R, and process capability studies. · Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining ISO 9001 processes and procedures. · Audit outgoing inspection. · Administrative responsibilities. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements: Qualifications: · The inspector is required to be on their feet for up to twelve hours using their hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear around machinery. They will also be required to frequently walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch. · The inspector must be capable of lifting and moving up to 15 pounds; frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus on optical devices · Individuals will work near moving mechanical parts of machinery and electrically activated devices. · Individuals are occasionally exposed to airborne particles. · Perform math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division · Knowledge of decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversions · Operate overhead hoist/crane to assist with the lifting parts on and off the inspection table · Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 processes and procedures · Participate in continuous improvement activities that result in reducing variation · Using a specified training format, work closely in training new inspectors · Overtime is typically voluntary. However, during busy production periods overtime will be required · Willingness to cross-train with other Quality Inspectors. · Other duties as assigned. This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described. Lou-Rich Training Requirements: · Applicable training will be completed by following the syllabi (Human Resources, Safety, IFS - Timeclock, IFS - Navigation, ISO) for each new hire and that will be verified by the Employee Orientation & Job Qualification form within the first 60 days of employment. Applicable training will be completed by following the Quality Training Matrix form (F4400-042). · Effectiveness of training guidelines will be determined by employee knowledge and demonstration of learned concepts. Additional training after the first several weeks of on-the-job training will be determined by the Supervisor in preparation to operate on their own as needed. Any follow-up training will be evaluated and provided at the 60-day review or as deemed necessary for the position. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, and talk and hear. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Americans with Disabilities Act: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that the Authority make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all essential functions.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Albert Lea, MN, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, provide essential skills in CNC machine operation, blueprint reading, and material properties. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Albert Lea, MN, machinists can expect to earn an average wage of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, all of which are crucial for building a successful career in this dynamic field.
