Deckhand Entry

Cargill; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company is seeking individuals for a full-time position at the Bean dock in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role involves operating equipment, performing physical tasks, and working rotating shifts. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and have the ability to lift heavy loads. Benefits include medical insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

401(k) with Cargill matching contributions

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work in varied conditions.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating the spout and moving barges at the Bean dock.
• Assisting in loading and unloading barges and railcars.
• Performing daily inventory and other various tasks.

Skills

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Purpose and Impact

Cargill’s Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through sourcing, storing, trading, processing, and distributing, as well as offering a range of financial, risk management, and customized farmer services.

Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive – a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully!

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.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: Rotating - Dupont Schedule
Compensation: $28.29/hr

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

Key Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilities:

• Operating the spout and moving the barge(s) at the Bean dock while unloading bean barges.
• Operating the Bobcat inside bean barges (moving beans to spout)
• Moving and placing cables on barges
• Assisting in the loading of barges. (watching draft, catching samples, sealing doors, cleaning barges)
• PIC while loading/unloading tanker barges.
• Loading meal and pellet trucks when needed.
• Assisting with loading railcars and railroading.
• Daily inventory
• Other various duties and tasks that come up

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• 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 understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
• Ability to work around water and closed/tight spaces
• Ability to work 12h rotating shifts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating a forklift and/or similar equipment
• High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience
• Basic use of a computer
• Basic computer experience, including proficiency in Microsoft Office

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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.