Forklift Operator I

Nebraska Ag Connection; Nebraska City, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) with Cargill Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Development Opportunities

Job summary

Cargill in Nebraska City, NE is seeking a Forklift Operator for 1st shift (7:00am-3:30pm). This full-time role involves moving materials in production and warehouse areas, loading/unloading, and using scanners for records.

You will work in a fast-paced food production environment with PPE, overtime, and safety compliance required. Qualifications include 18+, US work eligibility, forklift operation or certification, basic math, and data entry skills.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to operate a forklift or obtain and maintain certification.
• Able to perform basic math.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) to move materials and products within production and warehouse areas.
• Load and unload trucks, storage areas, and production lines safely and efficiently.
• Use scanning tools and computer systems to complete basic records.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Perform duties in a fast-paced production setting with PPE and physical tasks.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow safety, food safety, and regulatory policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Data entry

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Location: Nebraska City, NE

Job Type: Full Time

Shift(s) Available: 1st shift 7:00am-3:30pm

Compensation: $20.90 /hr - $22.40 /hr

Job Overview

Forklift Operators safely move materials and finished products throughout the production and warehouse areas. You will play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly by ensuring products are handled correctly while meeting safety and quality standards.

What You Will Do

• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) to move materials, pallets, and products within production and warehouse areas.
• Load and unload trucks, storage areas, and production lines safely and efficiently.
• Use scanning tools and computer systems to complete basic records.
• Inspect equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns
• Perform job duties in a fast paced, cold, or warm production setting with required PPE while engaging in physical tasks such as standing for long periods of time, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory policies.
• Perform 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 operate a forklift or obtain and maintain certification.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous forklift or powered industrial truck experience.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments.
• Familiarity with scanning systems or inventory tracking tools.
• Work history in the last 12 months.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Development Opportunities

About Cargill

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.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.