Machine Operator

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 3rd Shift
Compensation: $20.00/hr 

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.

Benefits:

• 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

Principal Accountabilities:

• Operate salt conveying equipment to load pneumatic trucks
• Conduct inspections and use appropriate safety equipment to open truck hatches
• Operate heavy mobile equipment, including railcar movers; open railcar doors and lids
• Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and railcars, and transport products within the warehouse
• Utilize SAP and other computer software systems
• Ensure product quality through inspection and testing
• Repalletize or dispose of distressed or damaged product
• Perform general housekeeping duties
• Collect samples and perform quality testing
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift
• Work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays with little to no prior notice
• Perform additional departmental tasks as required

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Basic use of a computer
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems
• Prior experience in production-related work
• Forklift operating experience
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience operating railcar movers
• Experience with SAP and/or HMI systems

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet