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Forklift Operator

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Job ID 321100 Date posted 01/15/2026 Location : Freedom, Oklahoma Category  BUILD OPERATE MAINTAIN (PLANT OPNS) Job Status  Hourly Full Time

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 Food Enterprise, where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa, and chocolate.

Job Type: Full-time
Shift(s) Available: 3rd
Compensation: $20/hr

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:

  • Operate a propane-powered forklift
  • Accurately store inventory in designated locations
  • Utilize computer systems effectively
  • Operate the pallet inverter to rework damaged product pallets
  • Perform general housekeeping tasks (e.g., sweeping, scraping, shoveling, wiping)
  • Understand and comply with all safety rules and regulations
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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, weekends, and holidays with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Previous forklift experience (minimum of six months)
  • Prior experience working in a production-related work
  • High School Diploma/ GED or a minimum of two years of 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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet



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