Posted 8 days ago
Operations Management Associate - Food Manufacturing
@ cargill
High River, Alberta
Overview
Cargill is hiring an Operations Management Associate for a 6-12 month training program that prepares participants to become plant Operations Supervisors. The work spans operations, EHS, engineering, accounting, continuous improvement and HR across food manufacturing sites in High River, AB and London, ON, with rotating shifts and possible 6-day weeks.
Responsibilities:
- Rotate through operations, EHS, engineering, accounting and continuous improvement
- Train toward leading teams as a plant Operations Supervisor
- Work varying shifts and 8 to 10-hour days, with possible 6-day weeks
- Take occasional weekend and on-call duties
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in operations, supply chain, engineering, science or ag business
- Or Canadian Forces rank of Master Corporal or equivalent
- Willing and able to relocate to High River, AB or London, ON
- Willing to work 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts and weekends
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Science, Agricultural Business |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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Full company description
Cargill is a family company committed to nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. With over 158 years of experience, 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. Whether it’s making alternative proteins for food manufacturers or helping farmers raise healthier animals with AI, we put as much care into how things are sourced as what we provide. We put people first. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.
- LinkedIn followers
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- 68,226
- Reported office locations
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- Business categories
- Animal Feed
- Logistics
- Agriculture
- Beauty
- Manufacturing
- Aquaculture
- Meat and Poultry
- Nutrition
- Risk Management
- Biofuel
- Biotechnology
- Food and Beverage
- Pharmaceutical
- Food Processing
- Other recorded names
- cargill
- Cargill
- Specialties
- Food ingredients
- agricultural
- risk management
- and commodity trading and processing
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- Reported total investment
- 20,000
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Cargill is a family company committed to nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. With over 158 years of experience, 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. Whether it’s making alternative proteins for food manufacturers or helping farmers raise healthier animals with AI, we put as much…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Wayzata, Minnesota |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Food ingredientsagriculturalrisk managementand commodity trading and processing |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 65 |
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Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.
We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.
Operations Management Associate
All candidates must complete Cargill’s online application prior to interviewing. Below you will find a link that will direct you to complete the application for this position. To be considered for employment with Cargill, you must apply online and complete the entire application process, along with an e-signature. Please complete your application as soon as possible.
Please note, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with the possibility of filling the role before the application deadline. Please submit your application as soon as possible, so it may be reviewed to be considered for the position.
Your Role
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 take on 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.
Your Work
Our fast-paced plants are powered by collaboration, passion, and a shared commitment to our vision of feeding 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
Required Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements (meet one or more of the following):
- Pursuing or completed a post-secondary education in Operations/Supply Chain Mgt, Engineering, Science or Ag Business from an accredited program and must have graduated in the last 2 years or anticipated graduation no later than May 2027;
- Achieved at least a Canadian Force's rank of Master Corporal or trade/branch equivalent
Other Required Qualifications:
- Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse group of backgrounds and cultures
- Willing and able to relocate
- Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
- Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise
- Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing an agriculture, business-related degree, or engineering degree (including but not limited to Animal Science, Ag-Economics, Ag-Business, Ag-Education, Agronomy, Food Science, Feed Science, Meat Science, Grain Science, Operations Management, Ag-Systems Management, Ag-Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanized Systems Management, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Distribution).
Job Locations
- High River, AB
- London, ON
Environment
Your time at a Beef or Value Added 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.
Our Vibrant Community
At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.
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
- Supplementary health, dental, disability and life benefits package. Short term and long-term incentives
- Competitive retirement plans and registration assistance.
- Mental Health and Wellbeing program
- Digital Learning Library
- Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off to participate in volunteer activities
- Tuition reimbursement benefits are offered to those who wish to continue their education in their career field.
- Relocation benefits for those that qualify
Potential Business Areas
- Beef Processing
- Poultry Processing
- Plant setting
- Occasional weekend and on-call duties
Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.
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