Packaging Operator Slidell

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Job Type: Full-time
Shift(s) Available: 3rd Shift
Compensation: $23.43/hr

Sign-On Bonus: $1500
 

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.

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:

• Troubleshoot, operate, and monitor packaging equipment to ensure optimal performance and efficiency


• Accurately verify, document, and record production quantities produced and/or consumed


• Communicate effectively with team members and management during shift handovers and throughout daily operations


• Ensure all packaged products meet food safety requirements and customer quality specifications


• Perform routine, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on packaging equipment


• Understand, follow, and comply with all safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times


• Safely climb on trucks and railcars as required to support operational activities


• Operate track mobile equipment to move railcars in accordance with safety and operating procedures


• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational and business needs

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship


• Must be 18 years or older.


• 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, including weekends, holidays, or different shifts, with advance notice


• Minimum of 3–5 years of forklift operation experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating machinery and/or industrial equipment


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing or military experience


• Experience in performing routine, preventive, and troubleshooting maintenance on packaging equipment


• Prior experience working around railcars and performing operational tasks such as equipment access and railcar movement


• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office  


• High school diploma or GED, or a minimum of two years of equivalent relevant work experience

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