Production Worker

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, serving food manufacturers, food‑service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products, including poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Production worker will operate production or warehouse machines that require moderate to complex setup and adjustments, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot issues with guidance while supporting others. In this role you will maximize throughput and produce quality product while following all Food Safety and regulatory policies.

Responsibilities

• Package finished product in accordance with prescribed procedures, ensuring high‑quality packing of finished goods.
• Work with computer‑controlled or mechanically based equipment to ensure proper setup, operation, and product quality.
• Perform changeovers and machine set‑ups as required.
• Inspect products to oversee quality assurance.
• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement and promote a teamwork‑focused environment.
• Operate forklifts.
• Contact the supervisor and maintenance personnel for any mechanical problems or unsafe situations/work practices.
• Understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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 and written).
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions (heat, cold, dust, loud noise) with required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in elevated areas.
• Physical ability to bend, lift up to 50 lb, kneel, climb, crawl, and twist, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with advance notice.
• Basic experience troubleshooting mechanical components and systems (preferred).
• Experience in a production‑related role (preferred).
• Prior experience operating a forklift or similar equipment (preferred).
• Experience with SAP (preferred).
• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment (preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Pay

$26.69 per hour

Schedule

Full‑time, rotational 12‑hour shifts