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Job ID 325469 Date posted 04/08/2026 Location : Fort Morgan, Colorado Category  BUILD OPERATE MAINTAIN (PLANT OPNS) Job Status  Hourly Full Time

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.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 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 Location: Fort Morgan, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 2nd 
Compensation: $23.50/hr

Benefits Information

  • 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 

Key Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilities 

  • Responsible for start-up of system and operation
  • Monitoring and maintaining machines
  • Managing tank with correct citrate, defoamer and water
  • Understand and be able to demonstrate all lockout procedures to ensure safety

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need of a Visa sponsorship
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Basic Computer skills
  • Ability to monitor and adjust system parameters
  • Ability to perform physical task such as lifting, standing and walking for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous Cargill Experience
  • Experience working in challenging conditions 
  • Experience working with organic material

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.



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