Cargill is hiring a Grain Plant Operator in Tipton, IN to join its Ag & Trading enterprise, performing facility operations such as receiving and shipping grain, fertilizer, chemicals, and seed, providing basic maintenance and operator care of equipment, and helping keep a global supply chain running safely and efficiently.
Job Type at a Glance
Employment: Full-Time, Tipton, IN
Shift: 1st Shift Available
Enterprise: Ag & Trading (Grains & Oilseeds)
About the Company – Cargill
Mission: Family company providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world
Enterprise: Ag & Trading connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds globally
Global Role: Origination, trading, processing, and distribution at the heart of the supply chain
Farmer Services: Range of farmer services and risk management solutions
Benefits & Career Opportunity
Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Financial Benefits: 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions, FSAs, Short-Term Disability
Time Off: Paid Vacation and Holidays plus Health and Wellness Incentives
Growth Support: Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts
Position Overview
This Grain Plant Operator role supports daily facility operations at Cargill’s Tipton, IN location within the Ag & Trading enterprise. You will handle receiving and shipping of products such as fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and grain, perform basic maintenance and operator care of equipment, provide excellent customer service, and follow all safety rules to maintain a safe, clean work environment.
Why This Role Matters: As Grain Plant Operator you support a facility that connects farmers and global grain markets, gain hands-on experience with agricultural equipment and facility operations, work 1st shift with a full benefits package including 401(k) matching, build mechanical and safety skills valued across the agriculture industry, and join Cargill’s global Ag & Trading enterprise with room to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Operations
- Perform facility operations such as receiving and shipping products, including fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and grain
- Support smooth daily plant operations across the Tipton facility
Equipment Maintenance & Operator Care
- Perform basic maintenance and operator care of equipment to ensure ongoing facility operations
- Apply basic mechanical aptitude to identify and address minor equipment issues
Customer Service & Teamwork
- Provide excellent customer service to producers and business partners
- Engage effectively and collaboratively with team members across shifts
Safety & Workplace Standards
- Understand and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations
Qualifications & Requirements
Basic Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to perform physical job duties including bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting
- Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
Work Environment Requirements
- Basic use of a computer
- Must be able to work in various weather, industrial, and agricultural settings
- Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with advance notice
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic mechanical aptitude
How to Apply
Chat/Text Option: Chat with recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196
Note: Considered candidates will receive a call from a (952) area code; this role does not include relocation reimbursement
About Cargill
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the global supply chain, Cargill partners with producers and customers to source, make, and deliver products vital for living. The Ag & Trading enterprise connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds worldwide through origination, trading, processing, and distribution, backed by a comprehensive benefits package for facility team members in Tipton, IN.
Career Excellence: Join a global agricultural leader with strong benefits and room to grow
Who Should Apply?
- Entry-Level Job Seekers: Looking to start a career in agriculture and facility operations
- Hands-On Workers: Comfortable with physical duties, elevated areas, and outdoor conditions
- Mechanically Inclined Candidates: With basic equipment maintenance interest or experience
- Team Players: Strong on customer service and workplace safety
- Local Indiana Candidates: Available for 1st shift work in Tipton, IN (no relocation offered)
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