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Bunge

Production Operator

Claytonville, IL · On-site

$28.48/hr

Bunge is hiring for multiple full-time operator positions in our soybean and specialty protein plant in Gibson City, IL. Join a dynamic, high energy, and high performing team. Current Openings:

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As of Jul 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for fulltime operator in the United States is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Fulltime Operators work standard hours with benefits and consistent schedules, while Part-time Operators work fewer hours, often with more flexible schedules. Both roles typically require similar certifications and work in similar industrial environments, but employment terms differ significantly.

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Production Operator

Production Operator

Bunge

Claytonville, IL • On-site

$28.48/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Bunge rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

190th of 391 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

City : Gibson CityState : Illinois (US-IL)Country : United States (US)Requisition Number : 44681
A Day in the Life:
If you are someone who wants to live new possibilities, Bunge would be a great place for you. Bunge is hiring for multiple full-time operator positions in our soybean and specialty protein plant in Gibson City, IL. Join a dynamic, high energy, and high performing team.
Current Openings:
  • Protein Loader
  • Extruder Packer
  • Extruder Operator

Position Details:
12 hour rotating shift, 5am-5pm or 5pm-5am
Pay: Starting at $28.48 an hour
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Operate machinery used in the production/processing/packaging process
  • Examine products to ensure compliance with quality standards
  • Observe equipment operations and troubleshoot malfunctions
  • Make adjustments to operating equipment
  • Clean and lubricate equipment
  • Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances
  • Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items manually or using forklifts
  • Have a strong working knowledge of safety procedures and environmental regulations
  • Demonstrate safe working practices and have the ability to notify operations of safety alarms
  • Properly and accurately record all applicable documentation
  • Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious environment
  • Ability to work in a highly quality controlled environment
  • Skilled equipment operations, safety programs and grain operations
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
  • Ability to work with computerized control systems
  • Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other facility personnel
  • Ability to tolerate exposure to hot and cold conditions, according to the season

Preferred Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • 2-4 years of experience
  • Background in agriculture
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Proficient in basic computer skills

Benefits:
  • Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Investing in your future
  • Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
  • Time Off - Providing generous vacation time for a healthy work-life balance.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~37,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
• We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge

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