Laboratory Benchperson

American Crystal Sugar Company

Last Updated: 8/22/2026 12:22:52 AM

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Current Days Open
12
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$24.71 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$24.71 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
9.5
First Seen
8/2/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$22.78 (Hourly)
8/7/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$24.71 (Hourly)
8/22/2026

Full Job Description

Entry Level $24.71 Rotating 12hr shift schedule. Benefits Day One: Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a Pension and More! The Laboratory Bench person performs the laboratory duties and functions at the factory. This involves running multiple analyses at the same time while monitoring and recording results throughout the process. Principle accountabilities include but are not limited to: Completes the analyses of samples for process control, sugar quality and by-product analyses. Accurately reports results to the appropriate personnel. Enters lab related data into the computer system. Job Requirements: High School Diploma or GED certificate is required. Must understand how and be able to obtain lab samples from various locations in the factory. Good communication abilities, reading, writing, and speaking, to accurately prepare and report quality control information is required. Physical/Cognitive Requirements: Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds (greater than 50 pounds requires assistance). Stands for extensive periods, bends, twists and walks through the factory. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment when required. Compensation Range: $24.71 - $24.71 /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 Our Cooperative Grows Opportunity. American Crystal Sugar Company is more than just a sugarbeet cooperative. Our company is deeply rooted in the communities of the Red River Valley. We are committed to the sustainability and growth of our business and to improving lives in the places where we work and live. We do that by investing in our people, our communities, and the future of our company. At American Crystal Sugar Company, growers who grow and harvest the sugarbeets also own the company and the factories that make our products. We're proud to be an economic engine for our communities, employing approximately 1,600 full-time employees and about 900 hourly seasonal workers and many more contracted third-party workers. Together, we build a better future for the sugar industry and the Red River Valley. Everything We Do Benefits Our Growers and Our Communities. Our valued team members can access a variety of benefits to enhance their health, wellness, and financial security. Learn more by clicking the link below: https://www.crystalsugar.com/careers/sweet-benefits/

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