Processing Operator

Cargill • White Marsh, MD

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About The Position

Cargill is hiring a full-time Processing Operator in its protein and salt business, which provides food products to customers including foodservice operators, grocery stores, manufacturers, and exporters. The role supports production through data entry, product sampling and quality checks, material handling, equipment upkeep, and changeovers. The position pays $22.60 per hour and is on the first shift. Relocation reimbursement is not included.

Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the U.S.; work authorization cannot be based solely on a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
• Must be at least 18 years old to work in a production facility.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, while using personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in elevated areas four feet and above.
• Ability to perform physical job duties, including bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice.
• Experience operating a front-end loader.
• Experience operating forklifts.
• Experience working in production-related work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP.
• High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years of equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter performance and production downtime data into the system.
• Collect product samples and conduct quality checks according to established standards.
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to support material handling.
• Use end loaders to fill salt hoppers, load trucks, and transfer salt into inventory.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
• Re-palletize and properly dispose of distressed products.
• Execute changeover procedures.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed