General Production Professional

Overview

Cargill operates some of the most technologically advanced production plants in the world. We need dependable, efficient, safety-minded individuals to join our team. General Operators are vital to our daily operations. Examples of roles include preparing meat to be cooked, palletizing boxed product, administration work, using scanners and computers to track product, and verifying quality and accuracy. Please note, specific roles will vary greatly by plant and location. Safety is always our number one priority, and no matter your experience level, we'll train you for success. Your work in our plants can help you grow both personally and professionally. Discover how your work can nourish the world.

• Full Time
• Level: Entry
• Travel: None

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Key Traits

What makes a successful General Production Professional at Cargill? Check out some of the key traits that are important for this job to see if you have the right mix.

• Safety
• Productive
• Hardworking
• Multi-tasker
• Motivated
• Responsible
• Team player
• Proactive
• Focused
• Efficient

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Benefits

• Compensation & Pay Equity

• We pay for performance and provide equal pay for the same work.

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• “What I like about Cargill's safety procedures is that they're really easy to follow and they've become a really big part of our culture here.”

• Rachel G., QA Food Safety Support

• “I've worked at several different plants, and I feel Cargill listens and cares for everyone's safety. I feel like safety is there main focus with employees. They've provided me with ESL classes to take, and great discounts with gym memberships which gives me energy helps me focus day in and day out. I just love it here!”

• Elisabeth C.

• “Cargill has change my life a lot! I feel like people really care about their employees. They have been very supportive with my life changes and have even given me an opportunity to move up. I'm now a safety lead at my table.”

• Catherine V.

• “Here at Cargill, people treat me good, and I treat them good. Since I've been working here, I've been able to grow spiritually, and mentally. I've been able to gain confidence in wanting to move up in my position. Since I've been working here at Cargill, I've gotten married, and thankful that I can support me and my beautiful wife.”

• Marvin S.

• Job ID 335141

• Date posted 10/12/2026

• Job

Location

Fort Morgan, CO

• Job Type: Full Time
• Shift(s) Available: 1st & 2nd
• Compensation: $24.00/hr

What You Will Do

• Handle, lift, and process meat products by trimming, cutting, or removing fat, defects, or contamination using knives or other tools.
• Support production by performing routine, repetitive tasks that keep operations running smoothly.
• Weigh, label, bag, pack, and box finished products to meet customer and quality specifications.
• Perform job duties in a fast-paced, cold, or warm production setting with required PPE while engaging in physical tasks such as standing for long periods of time, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines to maintain compliance and product integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments.
• Knife handling skills or experience working with cutting tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized processes.
• Work history in the last 12 months.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Development Opportunities

• 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. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

• This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

• If you do not hear from the Cargill recruiting team about your application for this role, you may re-apply next month to the new General Production job that is posted.

• Accepting applications until job is filled and/or up to 60 days from posting date.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet

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