Operations Management Associate 2025 - Protein/Food Manufacturing (Multiple U.S. Locations)

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who use new technologies, dynamic insights and over 159 years of experience to connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive.Please Note If you are also interested in an Operations Management Associate role in Grain Handling, please look for job ID: 296083.Across the United States; must be open to relocation. Potential locations include - Butler, WI; Camp Hill, PA; Columbus, NE; Dodge City, KS; Fort Morgan, CO; Fort Worth, TX; Fresno, CA; Friona, TX; Hazleton, PA; Lake Odessa, MI; Mason City, IA; Monticello, MN; Newnan, GA; North Kingstown, RI; Round Rock, TX; Schuyler, NE; Waco, TX; Wyalusing, PAYour Role Connect to meaningful work. Feed the world. Achieve your higher purpose.What if your ideas could nourish the world? As an associate, we transfer your knowledge and skills into profound experiences that positively impact our global community. From food to transportation, your innovative solutions, collaboration and dedication will evolve industries to tackle tomorrow's greatest challenges! And that's just the beginning. Because when your skills meet our unrivaled network and breadth of opportunity, your career is without bounds. Join our community to realize the impact of your work, help people around the world, and connect with something greater.Operations Management Associate Position Our fast-paced plants are powered by collaboration, passion and a shared commitment to our vision of providing for the world. In Operations, your work will touch countless lives through the families and communities you help feed. This position is a training role that will prepare you to lead diverse teams as a plant Operations Supervisor following this 6-12 month training program. During this time, you will get the support and inspiration you need to choose your own path in developing an exciting career with global impact. With us, your opportunities are endless. During your time here, the path your training takes will be entirely up to you and may include:OperationsEnvironmental, Health & Safety LeadershipEngineering/MaintenanceAccountingContinuous ImprovementHuman Resources/Talent Management/Employee RelationsAnd much more based on your areas of interest and/or business needsEnvironment Your time at a Protein Facility will keep you focused and on your toes, as our Operations Associates find themselves in different temperatures depending on the rotation or task. It can be cold, hot, wet, and even a little messy at times. We work hard for our people, our customers, and our consumers. As a result, you will have the possibility of working varying shift hours, 8 to 10-hour shifts, and even 6-day weeks depending on customer demand. As an industry leader, it’s all part of contributing to a successful team that is doing things right, reaching higher, and putting people first. Your work in these facilities will be vital to our mission of nourishing the world.Potential Business Areas:Beef ProcessingEgg ProcessingCooked/Further ProcessingJob Locations and Expectations Plant settingOccasional weekend and on-call dutiesOur Benefits No matter who you are or where you are, we’ve designed our plans and programs to meet your needs. We want to help you take care of what’s needed for today and offer protection to help with tomorrow’s what-ifs. You’ll have access to a wide variety of flexible and inclusive programs to meet your health, financial, and work/life needs to support you and help you succeed. Eligible programs and incentives include: Paid holidays and floating holidaysPaid time off*Comprehensive health care plansShort term and long-term incentivesMental Health and Wellbeing programDigital Learning LibraryRetirement plansPaid time to participate in volunteer and community outreach opportunitiesTuition reimbursement programsRelocation benefits for those that qualifyAt Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellness to learn more.*Minnesota-based employees: Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.Our Vibrant Community At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.Our U.S. Business Resource Groups include:Asian Alliance Network, Cargill Young Professionals Network, Cargill Ability Network (iCAN), Cargill Ebony Council, Hispanic-Latino Council, Cargill Pride Network, Veterans & Military Support Network, Cargill Women’s Network and Indigenous Peoples Network (IPN).Required Qualifications Currently pursuing or completed one or more of the following:A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree completed/to be completed between May 2022 – Summer 2025 orAn Associate’s Degree + two years relevant work experience (as defined by operational, mechanical, and/or leadership experience) orAchieved E-4 rank (or higher) in a military background orFour years relevant experience (as defined by operational, mechanical, and/or leadership experience)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 employerAbility to work effectively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and culturesWilling and able to relocateAbility to contribute, both as part of a team and individuallyWillingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arisePreferred Qualifications Pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree (including but not limited to Animal Science, Ag-Economics, Ag-Business, Ag-Education, Agronomy, Food Science, Feed Science, Meat Science, Operations Management, Ag-Systems Management, Ag-Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanized Systems Management, Industrial Distribution).Compensation The expected salary for this position is $65,000. The disclosed salary has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
Salary: . Date posted: 11/12/2024

Location: Wichita, KS, US

Posted Date: 11/14/2024