Packaging Operator

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Job Title: Packaging Operator
Location: Watkins Glen, NY, Mid-Atlantic United States, USA

Company: Cargill, Inc
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: USD 20.00 per hour
Job Description: Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 155,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Purpose and Impact

Job Type: Full Time
Shifts available: Split shift
Compensation: $20.00/hr plus shift differential
Sign-On Bonus: $1,500

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.

Key Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilites:

Operation of packaging system and related equipment
Cross training in Bulk/Mini Bulk/Pallets/Shipping
Operation of forklifts and warehouse management systems
Miscellaneous packaging/mini bulk/warehousing/housekeeping/maintenance duties as assigned
Operation of label printers and stretch wrapping equipment
Monitoring bins and working with dryer operator
Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

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 perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable
Must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc.
Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
Basic use of a computer
Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 1 year of experience in a production or plant environment
Forklift experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience with Inventory Systems

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: 08/30/25