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American Crystal Sugar Company

Knife Filer

Moorhead, MN · On-site

$28.88/hr

Entry Level $28.88 Day Shift Schedule Benefits Day One:Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a ... Make mechanical adjustments to filing and grinding equipment to achieve required knife geometry ...

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Laminated Builder

Arlington, TX · On-site

$16/hr

Some Saturdays 5:30-noon - This position will use grinders, knives and scissors all day removing ... QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: * Entry level position. * Common knowledge of manufacturing environment ...

Vip Staffing - zrfw

Laminated Builder

Arlington, TX

$16/hr

Some Saturdays 5:30-noon - This position will use grinders, knives and scissors all day removing ... QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: * Entry level position. * Common knowledge of manufacturing environment ...

Northwest Hardwoods

Saw Filer Trainee

Dorchester, WI · On-site

The Saw Filer Trainee is an entry-level position designed for an individual with strong mechanical ... grind, swage, shape, and maintain band saws, round saws, and chipper knives • Assist with ...

AURORA PACKING CO INC

Production Worker

North Aurora, IL · On-site

$18.40 - $20.15/hr

THE PRODUCTION WORKER position is responsible for entry-level non-skilled general labor while ... Cuts, and trims meat products using a knife and other machinery. * Operates various production ...

SPC Mechanical Corporation

WELDER I

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

The Welder I (Combo) - Stick & TIG is responsible for performing entry-level welding tasks using ... Cuts workpieces, using powered saws, hand shears, or a chipping knife. * Melts lead bar, wire, or ...

Vulcan Materials Company

Welder

Helotes, TX

$16.75 - $22/hr

Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife. Melts lead bar, wire or scrap ... Removes rough spots form work piece, using portable grinder, hand file or scraper. Heats, forms and ...

Vulcan Materials Company

Welder

Grand Rivers, KY

$17 - $22.50/hr

Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife. Melts lead bar, wire or scrap ... Removes rough spots form work piece, using portable grinder, hand file or scraper. Heats, forms and ...

Vulcan Materials Company

Welder

Grand Rivers, KY · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife. Melts lead bar, wire or scrap ... Removes rough spots form work piece, using portable grinder, hand file or scraper. Heats, forms and ...

Vulcan Materials Company

Welder

Helotes, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife. Melts lead bar, wire or scrap ... Removes rough spots form work piece, using portable grinder, hand file or scraper. Heats, forms and ...

MedPersonnel

Maintenance Mechanic

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

$26 - $33.25/hr

Utility knife: as approved by GNC safety standards * Lathe, Mill and other miscellaneous shop ... Face shield when grinding Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * High school diploma or ...

MedPersonnel

Maintenance Mechanic

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

$26 - $33.25/hr

Utility knife: as approved by GNC safety standards * Lathe, Mill and other miscellaneous shop ... Face shield when grinding Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * High school diploma or ...

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Knife Filer

Moorhead, MN • On-site

American Crystal Sugar Company
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

154th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

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People enjoy working here

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$28.88/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Entry Level $28.88

Day Shift Schedule

Benefits Day One:Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a Pension and More!

The Knife Filer is responsible for inspecting, sharpening, repairing, and maintaining beet slicing knives and related equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production operations. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to use precision measuring tools, and the knowledge to perform equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Safely operate, adjust, and maintain filing, routing, jointing, straightening, and grinding machines used in knife preparation.
  • Evaluate knife condition using visual inspection and precision measurement tools to determine wear, straightness, sharpness, and suitability for continued use.
  • Make mechanical adjustments to filing and grinding equipment to achieve required knife geometry, sharpness, and consistency.
  • Assist in setting knives and changing cutter blocks, ensuring proper alignment and adherence to operational specifications.
  • Understand and communicate how knife quality directly impacts downstream process performance and equipment reliability.
  • Perform preventative and minor corrective maintenance, including lubrication, adjustments, and part replacement.
  • Identify equipment issues beyond routine maintenance and coordinate with maintenance personnel as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area while following all safety procedures.

Job Requirements:

  • High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how equipment adjustments impact machine performance and downstream operations.
  • Ability to use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, straight edges, gauges) to verify knife condition, alignment, and tolerances.
  • Working knowledge of filing, grinding, sharpening, and straightening equipment, including the ability to make mechanical adjustments as required.
  • Basic understanding of preventative maintenance practices, including lubrication, inspection, and part replacement.
  • Ability to identify abnormal equipment conditions and clearly communicate maintenance needs.

In addition, candidates are required to complete a Mechanical Aptitude Test and achieve the required minimum passing score.

Compensation Range:
$28.88 - $28.88 /hr
Benefits Include:
Our benefits include eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one.
In addition, we offer Pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match, paid dental, paid basic life insurance, paid short -term disability, voluntary long-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, and paid holidays. We also offer tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.
We are proud to offer such a comprehensive package to our employees and believe that it reflects our commitment to their well-being and success.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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