Process Operator - Grain & Biodiesel Production

Iowa Ag; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargill's Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) is hiring a full-time production operator in Kentucky. The role involves operating equipment across designated areas such as refinery, extraction, biodiesel, and grain drying, with a focus on safe, efficient facility operations.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work overtime, and communicate in English. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety policies in varied indoor/outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions with PPE (including a respirator).
• Willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Execute processes and operate equipment in a designated area across multiple departments.
• Monitor equipment and input data into computer systems as required.
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment and perform light maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with peers and management to improve facility operations and promote teamwork.
• Adhere to all safety policies and maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

CMMS

HMI

Job description

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!

Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: Rotating shift

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.

A Typical Work Day May Include:

• Executing processes and operating all equipment of a designated area; departments may include preparation, refinery, extraction, steam generation, biodiesel, and grain drying
• Monitoring equipment, operating control systems, processing samples, and utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary
• Inspecting buildings, grounds, and equipment utilized by the facility to troubleshoot, perform light maintenance, and complete repair work
• Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment
• 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 understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• 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 work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

What Will Put You Ahead:

• High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience
• Experience in production and/or similar military environment
• Experience with continuous flow process environments, such as crush, refinery, or biodiesel operations
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and/or automated computer systems, such as Human Machine Interface (HMI)

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.

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