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Control Room Operator

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Job ID 306599 Date posted 03/31/2025 Location : Houston, Texas

Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.
Cargill is a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill. 
This position is in Cargill’s agricultural supply chain business. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver essential products.


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 Time
Shift(s) Available: Rotating

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

A Typical Work Day May Include:

  • Remotely operate plant equipment utilizing a PLC (Programmable logic controller), monitor the movement of grain and record the weights and grades for ship loading: ensure paperwork is accurate, maintain grades on bin boards, coordinate data with FGIS (grain inspection system).
  • Operate, monitor the movement of incoming grains and records the weights and grades for truck and rail unloading and ensure paperwork is accurate, maintain grades on bin boards, and coordinate data with FGIS (grain inspection system).
  • Notify the facility employees of production plans; communicate with other workers in the plant performing tasks.
  • Control traffic through department and ensure that all visitors follow safety rules.
  • Troubleshoot problems as required.
  • Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere with a high regard for environmental impact of the operation.
  • Understand and adhere to state and federal Occupational Safety and Health rules and regulations as related to plant safety. Follow all Cargill safety rules and regulations.
  • Complete all housekeeping assignments, work to improve the condition of the department, and work as a team member with a positive attitude.
  • Attend various mandatory safety and department meetings.
  • Communicate in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved.
  • Assist other plant personnel as needed and will perform any other duty as requested by the production supervisor.

Requirements:

  • Must be eligible to work in the US 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 safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
  • 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 understand and communicate in English (verbal/written).
  • High School diploma or Equivalent experience.
  • Basic use of a computer and typing skills.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office software, with an emphasis on Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice. 


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Working knowledge of inventory systems.
  • Prior experience in production related work.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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