Operations Management Associate Jobs in Wichita, KS

Connect to meaningful work. Feed the world. Achieve your higher purpose.

What if your ideas could nourish the world? As an associate, we transfer your knowledge and skills into profound experiences that positively impact our global community. From food to transportation, your innovative solutions, collaboration and dedication will evolve industries to tackle tomorrow's greatest challenges! And that's just the beginning. Because when your skills meet our unrivaled network and breadth of opportunity, your career is without bounds. Join our community to realize the impact of your work, help people around the world, and connect with something greater.

Our fast-paced plants are powered by collaboration, passion and a shared commitment to our vision of providing for the world. In Operations, your work will touch countless lives through the families and communities you help feed. This position is a training role that will prepare you to lead diverse teams as a plant Operations Supervisor following this 6-12 month training program. During this time, you will get the support and inspiration you need to choose your own path in developing an exciting career with global impact. With us, your opportunities are endless. 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

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, its 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. Occasional weekend and on-call duties.

• Beef Processing
• Value-Added Protein

Various Beef Processing & Value-Added Protein locations across the U.S. Locations listed below are subject to change:

Albert Lea, MN | Butler, WI | Camp Hill, PA | Columbus, NE | Dodge City, KS | Fort Morgan, CO | Fort Worth, TX | Friona, TX | Hazleton, PA | Lake Odessa, MI | Marshall, MO | Mason City, IA | Nebraska City, NE | North Kingstown, RI | Round Rock, TX | Schuyler, NE | Waco, TX | Wyalusing, PA

The expected salary for this position is $69,000. The disclosed salary has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked.

At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. Thisis a reflection ofthe clients we serve andgeneratesan intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture moreinclusiveand enhance our employees outstanding talents and perspectives tobenefitour organization and employees.Learn more at:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. What a difference three words make. | Cargill

• Currently pursuing or completed one or more of the following:
  • • A Bachelors or Masters degree completed/to be completed between May 2024 Summer 2027 or
    • An Associates 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

Pursuing an agriculture orbusiness-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).