Forklift Mechanic
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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 Location: Columbus, NE
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st
Compensation: $33.00 - $37.00/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
Principal Accountabilities
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electric, propane, and diesel-powered forklifts and material handling equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues to support continuous plant operations and minimize unplanned downtime
- Conduct equipment inspections to ensure compliance with Cargill safety policies, OSHA requirements, and food safety standards (GMPs, HACCP as applicable)
- Respond to urgent equipment breakdowns with a strong sense of urgency to support production needs
- Maintain batteries, fuel systems, brakes, steering, tires, and control systems
- Accurately document maintenance work, parts usage, and equipment history in CMMS systems
- Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability teams to prioritize work and improve equipment performance
- Support and participate in continuous improvement initiatives (CI), 5S, and reliability efforts
- Follow all Cargill Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Food Safety policies at all times
- Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work area
Required Qualifications
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Must be 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years of industrial forklift repair experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work instructions
- Basic computer skills for maintenance systems and documentation
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment (lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, working in varying temperatures)
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Diesel Technology, or related field
- Experience in a food manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement (CI), and reliability-centered maintenance
- Experience with multiple forklift brands (Toyota, Crown, Hyster, Yale)
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
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