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Facilities AEI Technician at Cargill
Cargill
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Manufacturing
Posted 5 days ago
Job Description
New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at 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: Lake Odessa, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $30.60-$41.80/h
Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
Relocation Bonus: $5,000
Benefits Information
To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
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: Lake Odessa, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $30.60-$41.80/h
Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
Relocation Bonus: $5,000
Benefits Information
- Shift Differential
- Weekly Attendance Bonus
- 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
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently
- Apply strong problem-solving and programming troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
- Ensure reliability of manufacturing processes and compliance with standards
- Perform preventative and annual maintenance on equipment
- Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control schematics
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Identify, plan, and execute follow-up maintenance work
- Prepare and maintain safe, organized work environments
- Respond to unplanned maintenance needs as directed
- Accurately complete and document work orders and maintenance records
- Communicate maintenance updates through written pass-downs
- Maintain and troubleshoot electronic controls and instrumentation
- Use diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscope, VOM) to test and repair systems
- Electrical/Maintenance Journeyman License in the state of Michigan
- 3 years manufacturing maintenance experience
- Basic programming and advanced troubleshooting skills, preferably with Allen-Bradley
- High School or GED Equivalent
- Be able to troubleshoot PLCs and Ladder logic
- Be willing to be a part of the Hazmat team
- Strong electrical & mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read & interpret blueprints or other forms of engineering drawings
- Ability to read & interpret detail blueprints, P&IDs, single-lines, and wiring schematics
- Ability to work weekend and off shift hours as needed
- Computer literacy and willingness to learn SAP/PPE systems
- Allen-Bradley programming and troubleshooting experience
- Maintenance experience in a food processing environment
- Proficient with test/calibration tools (RTD calibrators, multimeters, etc.)
- Ability to troubleshoot 480 VAC 3-phase, 120 VAC, and 24VDC circuits
To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
Typical mid-level pay: $49k for Meter Readers, Utilities nationally
National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$49k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$34k
Market range (10th-90th percentile)
$86k
Senior roles pay 72% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
Slight employer advantage
Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.
Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Limited
Mobility
Limited
Durability
Mostly durable
Who this leverage applies to
Weaker for:
Entry-level candidates, Career switchers
Where to negotiate
Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO
Likely Possible Unlikely
Watch out for
Limited mobility:
Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.
Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.
Does this path compound?
Job Growth →
⚡
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀
Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️
Plateau
Limited growth
⭐
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off
Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.
-12%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent
Consider building adjacent skills to stay marketable.
Labor data: BLS 2024