Forklift Operator (Receiving)

Company: Cargill
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: June 29, 2025

Job Description:

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 155,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s food ingredients and bio-industrial business, where we anticipate trends around taste, nutrition and safety to innovate and provide solutions to manufacturers, retailers and foodservice companies.The Forklift Operator will operate and drive industrial forklifts requiring moderate skills and regular guidance. In this role, you will ensure material handling and storage procedures are followed to meet all safety and regulatory policies.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.Job Type: Full TimeShift Available: 2nd shift Compensation: $21.75/hr; plus shift differentialPrincipal Accountabilities:Operating forkliftsOperate and troubleshoot robotic Depalletizer and other production equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce quality productOrder raw materials as neededPerform line changeovers as neededSupply packaging materials as necessary to own area as well as other areasPut Trash/Cardboard away (dispose in trash compactor/carboard bailer)Cross train in all areas as neededLoad material to production lineAdjust production schedule Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulationsMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employerCargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facilityAbility 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 accommodationAbility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with advance notice Preferred Qualifications:Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systemsExperience working in a production related workPrior experience operating a forklift High school diploma or GED equivalentConsidered 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.To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply. Salary: . Date posted: 05/31/2025

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