Facility Trainee

About the role

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.

Compensation

$26.65/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

Accountabilities

• Complete onboarding safety training
• Safely train in all operations areas of the facility
• Assist plant personnel as needed and will perform any other duty as requested by the production supervisor.
• Work indoors and outdoors in a dusty environment.
• Enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions and supervision: including dust collectors, extractors, DT, meal dryers and bean tanks.
• Control traffic through department and ensure that all visitors follow safety rules.
• Troubleshoot problems as required
• Perform light maintenance, such as replacing valves, troubleshooting conveyors and pumps, etc. while safely using wrenches, air tools, hammers and various hand tools
• Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere with a high regard for environmental impact of the operation
• Enter notifications utilizing maintenance computer program
• Understand and adhere to state and federal Occupational Safety and Health rules and regulations as related to plant safety
• Follow all Cargill safety rules and regulations
• Complete all housekeeping assignments, work to improve the condition of the department, and work as a team member with a positive attitude
• Attend various mandatory safety and department meetings
• Communicate in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved.

Required Qualifications

• Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer
• Cargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility
• Must be able to perform physical job duties including bending/stooping, climbing ladders, open/close valves, shoveling, pounding with hammer and work in confined spaces
• Absolutely must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to work under special work conditions, such as extreme heat or cold
• Ability to work in elevated areas
• Must be able to operate machinery
• Must be able to read/write English
• Absolutely must be able to work overtime
• Absolutely must be able to work holidays, nights, weekends or different shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to operate heavy equipment
• Prior experience in production related work
• A High School diploma or Equivalent
• Basic computer skills