Position Overview
Environment
Your time at a Food 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.
Responsibilities
During your time here, the path your training takes will be entirely up to you and may include:
Operations
Environmental, Health & Safety Leadership
Engineering/Maintenance
Accounting
Continuous Improvement
Human Resources/Talent Management/Employee Relations
And much more based on your areas of interest and/or business needs
Qualifications
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 2023 – Summer 2026 or
An Associate’s Degree + two years relevant work experience (as defined by operational, mechanical, and/or leadership experience) or
Achieved E-4 rank (or higher) in a military background or
Four 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 employer
Ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures
Willing and able to relocate
Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually
Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise
Preferred 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).
Benefits Offered
Our 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 holidays
Paid time off*
Comprehensive health care plans
Short term and long-term incentives
Mental Health and Wellbeing program
Digital Learning Library
Retirement plans
Paid time to participate in volunteer and community outreach opportunities
Tuition reimbursement programs
Relocation benefits for those that qualify
*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.
Compensation/Salary
$67,000
How to Apply
Submit resumes here: https://careers.cargill.com/en/job/wichita/operations-management-associate-2026-food-manufacturing-multiple-u-s-locations/23251/78679962272?utm_source=MANRRSorg
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
