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Grain Plant Operator

Cargill
Cargill Salary
Sioux, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Ag & Trading enterprise, where we connect producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through origination, trading, processing, and distribution. We also offer a range of farmer services and risk management solutions.

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Available: 3rd

Compensation: $25.93 - $30.07/hr

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

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Performing facility operations such as receiving and shipping products, which may include fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and grain
  • Basic maintenance and operator care of equipment to ensure ongoing facility operations
  • Providing excellent customer service and engaging with team members
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Requiered Qualifications:

  • Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship
  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • 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 understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
  • Basic use of a computer
  • Must be able to work in various weather, industrial and agricultural settings
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic mechanical aptitude

Considered 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

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Salary : $26 - $30

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