Forklift Operator

Cargill

2 months ago

Expired on31 Jan 2026

Gainesville, Ga, Hall County, Ga, United States

Job description & requirements



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.






Job Type: Full TimeShift Available: Rotating/floating shiftCompensation: $24.00/hr
Benefits Information

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








Principal Accountabilities:

Operating forklifts, robotic palletizing, depalletizer, stretch wrapper and all associated equipment to produce quality product
Operate storage equipment and all associated equipment to store and retrieve product
Correctly receive and ship product in accordance with orders
Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform minor maintenance on this equipment
Put Trash/Cardboard away (dispose in trash compactor/carboard bailer)
Perform elevated work to retrieve stuck pallets or equipment in racks
Perform periodic inventories as necessary with the support of office personnel to maintain accurate warehouse counts
Perform line changeovers as needed
Supply and order packaging materials as necessary to own area as well as other areas
Cross train in all areas as needed
Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned









Required Qualifications:

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
Cargill requires employees be a minimum of 18 years old to work in a production facility
Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
Basic use of a computer
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 work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays with advance notice
Experience operating forklift

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic experience troubleshooting various mechanical components and systems
Experience working in a production-related work

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.



Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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Salary: . Date posted: 12/24/2025

Location :

Gainesville, Hall County, Ga, United States

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Cargill

Cargill is a global agribusiness company founded in 1865 by William Wallace Cargill. Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, it has grown to become the largest privately held company in the United States by revenue. Cargill operates across the agricultural supply chain and food industry, focusing on nourishing the world safely, responsibly, and sustainably. The company started as a grain storage and trading business and has since expanded into grain processing, milling, and animal feed manufacturing. Cargill engages in commodities trading and provides agricultural supply chain services, including grain grading and quality analysis. Its diverse customer base includes farmers, food manufacturers, livestock producers, and industrial clients, with operations in North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Cargill is committed to ethical business practices and sustainability, continually innovating in logistics and technology to meet global food demands.

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