Barge Unloader

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Job Type: Full time
Shift Available: Rotating shift (2 weeks of days and 2 weeks of nights - 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am) 
Compensation: $25.88/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

Principal accountabilities: 

• Operate all equipment associated with the barge unloading process: including drags and conveyors. While working on the barge, the unloader will use a ladder to climb walls that reach a height of approximately 6 feet


• Operate computer programs needed to load/unload barges, trucks and skid steer


• Hand writes tickets or use Stand Alone Scale Interface (SASI) if computer network goes down


• Train and operate equipment associated with the Elevator process: including drags, conveyors, and truck dump. Load meal, oil and hull products into barges and trucks. Ensure accurate information of scale weights and transactions are recorded daily


• Process samples utilizing lab equipment to obtain and record values on a computer spreadsheet and collect and analyze samples for several process areas


• Obtain Shoreside Attendant Certification for loading oil barges


• Enter confined spaces under proper permit conditions and supervision: including dust collectors, barges and bean tanks


• Perform light maintenance, such as replacing valves, troubleshooting conveyors and pumps, etc. while safely using wrenches, air tools, hammers and various hand tools


• Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere with a high regard for environmental impact of the operation


• Understand and adhere to state and federal Occupational Safety and Health rules and regulations as related to plant safety. Follow all Cargill safety rules and regulations


• Complete all housekeeping assignments, work to improve the condition of all departments, and work as a team member with a positive attitude


• Attend various mandatory safety and department meetings


• Communicate in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved


• Assist other crush and plant personnel as needed, and will perform any other duty as requested by the production supervisor

What You Will Need:

• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship


• Must be 18 years or older


• Ability to understand and communicate in English(verbal/written


• High School diploma or Equivalent


• Basic computer skills


• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to +50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation


• 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) including a respirator


• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)


• Must be able to operate machineryand/or industrial equipment


• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Forklift certified


• Prior experience in production related work

 
Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.