Forklift Operator

  • Cargill
  • White Marsh, MD, USA
  • Sep 25, 2024

Job Description

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 Type: Full Time
Shifts Available: 2nd.
Compensation: $21.00/hr.

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

Accountabilities:
  • Operating Propane Powered forklift
  • Put inventory away in correct locations
  • Working knowledge of how to use a computer
  • Operate pallet inverter to rework damaged pallets of product.
  • General housekeeping tasks - sweeping, scraping, shoveling, wiping, etc.
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, etc., with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
  • Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
  • Forklift experience and/or similar equipment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in production related work.
  • Basic computer skills
  • High School Diploma/ GED or a minimum of two years 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