forklift operator

production associate

laboratory technician

maintenance technician

machine operator

AGRANA

My experience in the lab was defined by constant pressure, unrealistic expectations, and a complete lack of meaningful support. From day one, the workload was overwhelming, and despite being told overtime was optional and available, we were expected to complete everything within regular shift hours. Staying late to finish tasks—out of necessity, not choice—resulted in being written up. The message was clear: if you can’t keep up, the problem is you, not the impossible workload.
The promised 12-week training program was, in reality, a fraction of that. I was placed into a fully independent role after just two weeks with minimal guidance and large portions of my training still incomplete. The lab was so short-staffed that there simply wasn’t time or space for proper onboarding. Instead of being set up to succeed, we were rushed through and expected to operate at full capacity, immediately.
The hardest part of the job, though, wasn’t even the workload—it was the culture. The environment, particularly shaped by HR, felt toxic and demoralizing. There was a clear presence of favoritism, and a “clique” mentality that dictated how people were treated. Support was inconsistent at best, and many employees felt like they were being constantly watched and picked apart. Mistakes—especially during training—weren’t treated as opportunities to learn but as reasons to discipline. It was nearly impossible to feel safe or secure in your role.
What’s most disappointing is that I genuinely wanted to thrive here. I had high hopes, and my coworkers in the lab were incredible—hardworking, helpful, and united in the challenges we faced. But no one should have to come to work every day with a knot in their stomach, afraid that one small misstep will be the end. Sadly, that’s the culture this company has allowed to take root, and it’s why the lab continues to be a revolving door.

I finally found a job that I actually like but have problems with managers/supervisors. I feel like this place could just care a little bit more about the workers who come in day in and day out. Never late and have great work ethic. The attendance policy is ZERO TOLERANCE and they truly mean it. So any family problems, sickness or just need a mental health day and don’t have PTO or a personal day expect to get written up. Some days I feel like we are all just robots waiting to be replaced. Half the time you are taking on the role of clean up and doing the work of two. You will see a lot of warm bodies there to fill a role. Pay isn’t bad but some people you can tell deserve more. You will find some good people there that will have your back and make your shift enjoyable other than that there are a lot of flaws they need to work on but I don’t see anyone putting in the work to change it. They will ask for you to fill out a work place survey but don’t expect changes to come out of it. Great way to voice your frustrations though without the fear of retaliation. You will find out if you’ll make it during training simply because a lot of the trainers are tired of it because of the constant rotation

If your goal is to work 6 or 7 days a week with no consideration no matter how long you work then this is the place for you. The benefits sound good but every policy is designed to benefit the company. If you receive a benefit there is a con to it. Just a couple examples: They have a zero tolerance attendance policy. Any day you miss in first 90 days you will receive a write up and loose any bonuses. In the two years I worked there no one ever received the full $1000 sign on bonus. Even with doctors note for missed days. You have to find your own coverage to take vacations. They will try to manipulate you. Example:  When discussing starting wage they offered my bottom number. I accepted it. Not until my first paycheck did I notice that my wage was a dollar less than discussed.  When confronted they explained that they always quote the total wage including any shift premiums. So just know if they advertise a starting wage, for example forklift operator for $17.50. Your not starting at $17.50 your starting at $16.50 with $1.00 shift premium. Not saying you shouldn’t work there. Just remember you are on your own. If they can take it they will. Good luck!

When I got on at Agrana Fruits which was 3 weeks ago, it was cool until I found out you were not getting off at your right time which is 7am to 3pm, we worked a 7am to 7pm shift, they had us working every Saturday, and when we finished early my manager told my team we couldn’t leave early. Look, your gonna be working 6 days a week every week and the people do not care about your situation at all. I didn’t have a ride to work and got fired. Your just a number in that place, you basically work everyday and you will never have any free time. Those checks might look good but the checks are only for your survival to keep you working for them everyday for 6 days. Your a janitor, they gonna have you cleaning up the building when it is not your job and you don’t get payed for it and cleaning will cause you to not get off at your right time which is 3pm. Me and my team would always leave at 4:30 an hour too late. DO NOT EVER WORK AT AGRANA, unless you you have goals and if it’s temporary, this job is not maintainable and the job is out of order. They do not know how to run business and they don’t care.

I worked for this company for many years and it has never gotten any better,  now they brought in managers that are rude and arrogant or under qualified for the job!!    They will change your work hours without even seeing if the change works for your life and if it doesn't...oh well!!    They will except you to work ton of OT once you are trained and it doesn't matter how much OT you do, if you need the day off from OT and you are scheduled,  they do not care and you will be pointed.   No matter what you do it's not good enough for the management team, they will downgrade you instead of teach you how to do better, unless you're one of the few "special employees" that the managers like.  It's mentally exhausting!!!  And they will not pay you out for all your remaining vacation once you leave the company even if you follow the handbook and give your notice and leave on good terms.    Find a company that cares about their employees because this place doesn't .  Only plus is that they have great dental benefits 

Job was good at first. During the interview they will ask what shift will work best for you, if you say first shift you will not get it. It's only reserved for people who have been there a long time. If you get the job and pass the background and drug test they will wait 2 weeks to tell you that you have the job. Be ready for NONE of the management to be on the same page. More than half the people there are on something at all times. Hard work goes unnoticed. You'll be threatened of being fired for leaving at your correct time. They wait until 10 minutes before your shift is over to ask you to stay late. Breaks are extremely short. The attendance system is ridiculous. If your late it counts as you miss a half of a day. You can only be absent 6 times so half a day goes if your 15 minutes late. 

Very different typically day by day.
A lot about the food industry, computers, people, supervising people and responsibilities, and working for a company that always blames the people least likely to be able to defend themselves. 
Almost all of them are hard working and dedicated employees.
Being blamed for issues or occurrences that were not under my control. And not being able to explain to anyone that whatever the issue or situation wasn't my fault or my peoples fault. Their views  and conclusions were finale my ideas were of no consequence. 
Teaching, training, high quality from my people sometimes under stressful and under staffed conditions. To see them pull together and work through it was very proud moments for me.

I enjoyed my Time with Agrana, but entirely too much responsibilities for one person to handle. I did however learn a lot about The food and beverage industry. I started as a Pilot Plant lead. The Pilot Plant Manager was released and I was promoted to manager and the Pilot Plant lead was dissolved into the manager responsibilities. At the same time another position had quit and some of there responsibilities became my responsibilities. I Had to perform to many tasks on the Lead side of things to concentrate on the Manager side of things. I was pushed into failure, but still came in with a positive attitude and did everything I could to keep things moving. I kept up with everything that was vital to the regulatory side and supported production the best I could with what I had.

Started here as it was close to where I lived. Just about everything I was told about the job, including what I was applying for, I was lied too. Didn't get safety lockout locks for equipment till i was there 4 months, and didn't get enough for both areas i worked in. Never completed my job training for neither of the areas I worked. Went to talk to HR about these and hire turn over rate and I was informed they accepted my resignation less then 20 minutes after I left the HR office. I never offered my resignation. All in all the worst place I have ever worked. I can believe the old timers there saying they go through over 300 new hires a year for a 60 person site.
Site manager also has a tendency to yell at supervisors and hourly employees as well as through stuff when he gets angry.

I got let do 2 weeks in, the reason given was that I wasn't picking up fast enough. Though I have my doubts that was the reason after 2 weeks.  Your viability rests on the option of the trainer, there is no double check or appeal. if you are at all sceen unfavorably during the meeting of your trainer with management you will be cut loose without warning or feedback. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Forklift operator 1 salary reported	$19.28 per hour
Production associate 25 salaries reported	$17.94 per hour
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Maintenance technician 17 salaries reported	$30.63 per hour
Machine operator 3 salaries reported	$21.08 per hour

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