Grain Plant Operator

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Job Title: Grain Plant Operator
Location: East St. Louis, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Cargill, Inc
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: USD 23.56 per hour
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 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.

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: 2nd
Compensation: $23.56 / Hour

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

A Typical Work Day May Include

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

What You Will Need

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, may be required to lift up to 50lbs occasionally, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, 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

What Will Put You head

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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Job Post Date: 11/26/25