Production Laborer

cargill • Waggaman, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is in Cargill's Ag & Trading enterprise, where they connect producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through origination, trading, processing, and distribution. They also offer a range of farmer services and risk management solutions. The primary function of production employees is within barge unloading, rail car unloading, and vessel loading processes, which entails manual labor and outdoor work. The company is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Basic use of a computer
• 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) including a respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, Personal Flotation Device, and hearing protection
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• 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 overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
• Ability to use egress ladders

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in production-related work
• Forklift Certified
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Responsibilities

• Primary function of production employees is within barge unloading, rail car unloading, and vessel loading processes. This entails manual labor and outdoor work
• Train and operate applicable equipment associated with the laborer process, including skid steer tractor (bobcat), forklift, and sweeper
• Perform housekeeping duties in a designated area on site, including sweeping and shoveling products and grain dust into mobile equipment
• Perform assigned duties with the maintenance department, including helper, fire watches, and confined space attendant
• Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere with a high regard for environmental impact of the operation
• Understand and adhere to state and federal Occupational Safety and Health rules and regulations as related to plant safety
• Follow all Cargill safety rules and regulations
• Assist other plant personnel as needed and perform any other duty as requested by the production supervisor

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: High school or GED