Operations Management Associate
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Job Description
About Cargill:
Cargill is a global company with a team of 160,000 employees. For over 159 years, they have connected farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need. They utilize new technologies and dynamic insights to achieve their goals. Cargill emphasizes building a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivating its employees’ careers. They have a vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity and includes several Business Resource Groups (BRGs).
Job Description: Operations Management Associate
This is a training role designed to prepare individuals to lead diverse teams as plant Operations Supervisors after a 6-12 month program. The role focuses on providing the support and inspiration needed to develop an exciting career with global impact. The training path is customizable, potentially including:
• Operations: Hands-on experience in plant operations.
• Environmental, Health & Safety Leadership: Developing expertise in safety regulations and practices.
• Engineering/Maintenance: Understanding and contributing to plant maintenance and engineering processes.
• Accounting: Gaining familiarity with financial aspects of plant operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Implementing and participating in process improvement initiatives.
• Human Resources/Talent Management/Employee Relations: Developing leadership and team management skills.
The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the company’s mission of nourishing the world. The work environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and involves working in various temperatures (hot, cold, wet) and conditions. Shift work, including weekends and occasional on-call duties, is expected depending on customer demand.
Potential Business Areas:
• Beef Processing
• Egg Processing
• Cooked/Further Processing
Job Locations: The position requires relocation and is available across the United States. Potential locations include Butler, WI; Columbus, NE; Dodge City, KS; Hazleton, PA; Lake Odessa, MI; Mason City, IA; North Kingstown, RI; and Wyalusing, PA.
Required Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (May 2022 – Summer 2025 completion dates) OR
• An Associate’s Degree + two years of relevant work experience (operational, mechanical, and/or leadership) OR
• Achieved E-4 rank (or higher) in the military OR
• Four years of relevant experience (operational, mechanical, and/or leadership)
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (not based solely on a student visa or third-party employer sponsorship)
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and cultures
• Willingness to relocate
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends (as needed)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree (e.g., Animal Science, Ag-Economics, Ag-Business, etc.)
Compensation: The expected salary is $65,000 (not adjusted for geographic differentials). A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical and other benefits (dependent on position and hours worked).
