Plant Operator

Job summary

The Plant Operator is responsible for the daily operation of the facility, including receiving, handling, and shipping agricultural products like grain and fertilizer. They also perform routine equipment maintenance and ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Job details

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 Purpose and Impact 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 Location: Odessa, SKJob Type: Full Time Shift(s) Available: Day Shift (8:00am to 5:00pm) Job OverviewThe Grain and/or Crop Inputs Plant Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the facility, including receiving, handling, and shipping agricultural products such as grain, fertilizer, seed, and crop inputs. On a daily basis, the operator performs basic equipment maintenance, follows safety and quality procedures, maintains a clean work environment, and works closely with team members and customers to ensure efficient, safe operations.Key Accountabilities What You Will Do• Perform day-to-day facility operations such as receiving, loading, and shipping fertilizer, seed, grain, and other crop input products.• Operate basic equipment and complete routine operator care tasks to support ongoing facility functionality.• Provide excellent customer service by supporting producer needs and collaborating with team members.• Follow all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.• Maintain a clean and organized work environment across indoor and outdoor areas.• Assist with additional operational duties as assigned by facility leadership.• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.• Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications What You Will Need• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.• Must be 18 years or older.• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written).• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in cold or warm production settings, including in guarded areas at heights ranging from 4 to 150 feet, while wearing required PPE and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation. What Will Put You Ahead• Basic computer skills.• Ability to operate mobile equipment (forklift, skid steer).• Hold a valid Canadian full Class 5 driver’s licence in good standing. Benefits• Extended Health Care & Dental• Health Care Spending Account• Pension Plan (Defined Contribution, RRSP, TFSA)• Employee Assistance Plan• Development Opportunities About CargillCargill 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. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Considered candidates may receive a phone call from a 204 area code. At Cargill, we are committed to building a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe that bringing together different perspectives strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes. Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment experience. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.At Cargill, we are committed to building a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe that bringing together different perspectives strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes. Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment experience. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs. At Cargill, we care about your safety and want your job search experience to be a positive one. Unfortunately, there are scams out there where individuals pretend to be Cargill recruiters to try to collect personal information or request payment. Please know that Cargill will never ask you for money during the hiring process, and in most cases, we only accept applications through our official careers site, with the exception of some roles in our production plants. If something doesn't feel right or you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us. To learn more, visit our Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers.

What you’ll do

The Plant Operator is responsible for the daily operation of the facility, including receiving, handling, and shipping agricultural products like grain and fertilizer. They also perform routine equipment maintenance and ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and legally entitled to work in Canada. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks, work in various weather conditions, and communicate effectively in English.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Health Care Spending Account
• Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Development Opportunities

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• safety procedures · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Facility operations
• Equipment maintenance
• Safety procedures
• Customer service
• Grain handling
• Fertilizer handling
• Seed handling
• Forklift operation
• Skid steer operation
• Computer skills
• Inventory management
• Quality control
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Equipment Maintenance
• Supply Chain
• Fertilizers
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Dental Health
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Facility Operations
• Forklift Truck
• Leadership
• Risk Management

Job areas

• Agriculture
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• Logistics
• Trades
• Food & Beverage
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