Production Associate

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.

Job Type: Full-time
Shift(s) Available: 1st
Compensation: $24.39/hr - $29.03/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $1500

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at or text CargillJobs to 60196.

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

A Typical Work Day May Include:

• Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance by installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing belts and ventilation infrastructure, or mine shafts and hoists
• Servicing, inspecting, and operating various mobile support equipment including forklifts, trucks, tractors, and skid-steers
• Performing routine tasks to ensure functional operation and reliability of assets
• Documenting completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary
• Operating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, pneumatic tools, electric tools, etc.
• 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 a 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)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
• High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years of equivalent work experience
• Ability and willingness to work underground in a mining environment

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining various industrial components and systems
• Ability to comprehend mechanical/electrical schematics, blueprints, and/or operation manuals
• Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Experience in troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining conveyor belts
• Experience torch-cutting and welding

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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