Operations Management Associate 2027 - Food Manufacturing - Fort Morgan, CO

cargill • Fort Morgan, CO

6d • $69,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Cargill's size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.

Your Role:
Connect to meaningful work. Feed the world. Achieve your higher purpose. What if your ideas could nourish the world? As an associate, we transfer your knowledge and skills into profound experiences that positively impact our global community. From food to transportation, your innovative solutions, collaboration and dedication will evolve industries to tackle tomorrow's greatest challenges! And that's just the beginning. Because when your skills meet our unrivaled network and breadth of opportunity, your career is without bounds. Join our community to realize the impact of your work, help people around the world, and connect with something greater.

Operations Management Associate Position:
Our fast-paced plants are powered by collaboration, passion and a shared commitment to our vision of providing for the world. In Operations, your work will touch countless lives through the families and communities you help feed. This position is a training role that will prepare you to lead diverse teams as a plant Operations Supervisor following this 6-12 month training program. During this time, you will get the support and inspiration you need to choose your own path in developing an exciting career with global impact. With us, your opportunities are endless. During your time here, the path your training takes will be entirely up to you and may include:

Operations
Environmental, Health & Safety Leadership
Engineering/Maintenance
Accounting
Continuous Improvement
Human Resources/Talent Management/Employee Relations
And much more based on your areas of interest and/or business needs

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree by the time of starting the role.
• OR an Associate’s Degree + two years relevant work experience (operational, mechanical, and/or leadership experience).
• OR achieved E-4 rank (or higher) in a military background.
• OR four years relevant experience (operational, mechanical, and/or leadership experience).
• 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.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures.
• Willing and able to relocate to Ft. Morgan, CO.
• Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually.
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree (including but not limited to Animal Science, Ag-Economics, Ag-Business, Ag-Education, Agronomy, Food Science, Feed Science, Meat Science, Operations Management, Ag-Systems Management, Ag-Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanized Systems Management, Industrial Distribution).

Responsibilities

• Train to lead diverse teams as a plant Operations Supervisor following a 6-12 month training program.
• Gain support and inspiration to choose your own path in developing an exciting career with global impact.
• Engage in training that may include Operations, Environmental, Health & Safety Leadership, Engineering/Maintenance, Accounting, Continuous Improvement, Human Resources/Talent Management/Employee Relations, and other areas based on interest and business needs.

Benefits

• Medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked.
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits program including medical, financial, and work/life needs support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree