Forklift Operator

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.Cargill is 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. This position is in Cargill’s food and bioindustrial business, where manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice companies rely on us to consistently deliver the products and services they need, and use our technical expertise and market knowledge to develop innovative products. Job Type: Full TimeShifts Available: 3rdCompensation: $21.75/hr plus shift differentialBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, and PrescriptionDrug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Discounts Principal AccountabilitiesOperating forkliftsOperate and troubleshoot robotic palletizer and other production equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce quality productPerform line changeovers as neededOrder raw materials as neededSupply packaging materials as necessary to own area as well as other areasPut Trash/Cardboard away (dispose in trash compactor/carboard bailer)Cross train in all areas as neededUnderstanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulationsMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignedRequired QualificationsRight 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 employerCargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facilityAbility 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) 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, weekends, and holidays with advance notice Preferred QualificationsBasic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systemsExperience working in a production related workPrior experience operating forklift High school diploma or GED equivalentConsidered 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 Salary: . Date posted: 03/14/2025

Location: Gainesville, GA, US

Posted Date: 5/11/2025