Elevator Operator - Seasonal

Iowa Ag; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargill is seeking workers for a seasonal grain handling position in Iowa. Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, rail cars, and vessels, and maintaining grain piles. The role emphasizes safety, team interaction, and reliable operation of equipment.

Applicants must be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and able to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 lbs and working in varied conditions with PPE. English communication is 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 including bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions with PPE.
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).

Responsibilities

• Performing facility operations such as loading/unloading trucks, vessels, barges, and rail cars, filling/reclaiming grain ground piles, and various other grain handling tasks.
• Basic maintenance and operator care of equipment to ensure ongoing facility operations.
• Providing excellent customer service and engaging with team members.
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Computer skills

Safety PPE awareness

Job description

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 Ag & Trading enterprise, where we connect producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through origination, trading, processing, and distribution. We also offer a range of farmer services and risk management solutions.

Job Type: Seasonal Shift(s) Available: 1st Compensation: $18.00/hr Sign-On Bonus: $2000

Typical Work Day May Include

• Performing facility operations such as loading/unloading trucks, vessels, barges, and rail cars, filling/reclaiming grain ground piles, and various other grain handling tasks
• Basic maintenance and operator care of equipment to ensure ongoing facility operations
• Providing excellent customer service and engaging with team members
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need

• 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, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Basic computer skills
• 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)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
• 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.