Forklift Operator (Receiving)

@ Cargill

Forklift Operator (Receiving)

Gainesville, GA

Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Cargill is a global food and agricultural company focused on nourishing the world. This role involves operating forklifts, handling materials, and ensuring safety in a food production environment. The position offers opportunities for cross-training and growth within a respected organization.

Requirements

Ability to understand and communicate in English
Basic use of a computer
Ability to work outdoors and indoors
Able to lift up to 50lbs
Work overtime, weekends, holidays

Qualifications

Minimum 18 years old
Right to work in the U.S
Physical ability to perform job duties
Experience operating forklifts (preferred)
High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Full job description

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 Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

The Forklift Operator will operate and drive industrial forklifts requiring moderate skills and regular guidance. In this role, you will ensure material handling and storage procedures are followed to meet all safety and regulatory policies.

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.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 3rd shift
Compensation: $23.25/hr

Principal Accountabilities:

Operating forklifts
Operate and troubleshoot robotic Depalletizer and other production equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce quality product
Order raw materials as needed
Perform line changeovers as needed
Supply packaging materials as necessary to own area as well as other areas
Put Trash/Cardboard away (dispose in trash compactor/carboard bailer)
Cross train in all areas as needed
Load material to production line
Adjust production schedule
Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Right 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 employer
Cargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility
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)
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 Qualifications:

Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems
Experience working in a production related work
Prior experience operating a forklift
High school diploma or GED equivalent

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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