Production Operator

Cargill
Addison, IL

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 155,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargills protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Purpose and Impact

Job Type: Full Time
Shift available: Weekend shift
Compensation: $21.00/hr plus shift differential
Sign-On Bonus: $1,500

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


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.

Key Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Operate, maintain and adjust all processing equipment
  • Perform operator level maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Compliance to all relative FSQR and HACCP programs to include documentation, sample retention and accurate, timely data entry
  • Supporting of other departments as required
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required 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/written)
  • Basic use of computer
  • Must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc.
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation
    Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems.
  • Experience working in a production related work.
  • Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • High School Diploma/GED or a minimum of two years relevant work experience
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office software, with an emphasis on Excel and Word
  • Previous forklift experience

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

To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
Posted 2026-03-12

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