Operator I - Solar

Cargill • Newark, CA

10d

About The Position

Cargill is hiring a full-time Operator I for its Food Enterprise. The role supports salt harvesting and processing operations at a facility with an active labor strike. The position pays $32.04 per hour and is scheduled for the 1st shift. Employees must follow safety policies and procedures, maintain a safe and clean work environment, and perform other duties as assigned. The job requires work in indoor and outdoor environments and may involve heat, cold, dust, noise, elevations, and physical labor.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform physical job duties including bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, twisting, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in awkward positions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments that may include heat, cold, dust, noise, and other environmental conditions while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to operate machinery and industrial equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work at elevations of 4 feet or higher.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and various shifts with advance notice.

Nice To Haves

• Previous heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience operating loaders, haul trucks, dump trucks, tractors, or forklifts.
• Experience working in industrial, mining, agricultural, construction, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Harvest salt and support processing operations.
• Perform pre-operational and safety inspections on assigned equipment.
• Grease, lubricate, fuel, and clean equipment.
• Report equipment damage, malfunctions, or repair needs.
• Assist the Wash Plant Operator in maintaining efficient salt processing operations.
• Wash down salt buildup and clear accumulations from conveyors and rollers.
• Collect washed and unwashed salt samples every two hours under normal operating conditions.
• Move gantry systems to maintain salt stockpiles.
• Move and manage water lines.
• Troubleshoot minor water pressure and valve operation issues.
• Perform housekeeping and manual labor tasks as needed.
• Understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed