Electrician in Food Processing
Cargill
Location
Fort Morgan, CO, 80701
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
1 April 2026
Join Cargill's team and help us build a sustainable future! We are seeking dedicated individuals to become part of our global workforce of 160,000 employees committed to nourishing the world responsibly and sustainably. This role is part of our protein and salt business, providing high-quality food products to various customers, including foodservice operators and grocery stores.
Posting End Date: Accepting applications until job is filled and/or up to 60 days from the posting date
Job Location: Fort Morgan, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd & 3rd
Compensation: $28.75 /hr
Sign-On Bonus: $7,000
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
- Engage in physical activity within a food processing environment, requiring moderate exertion involving bending, squatting, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and standing for extended periods.
- Work under conditions that may include heat, cold, and wet surfaces, utilizing personal protective equipment as required.
- Implement automation solutions for plant processes, design and configure control systems, and oversee electrical and instrumentation functions.
- Develop and execute control strategies that align with best practice standards.
- Collaborate with support teams to identify improvement opportunities and provide training for completed projects.
- Be available for a 6-day work week.
Required Qualifications
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Knowledge of PLC/HMI/Controls programming languages.
- Ability to troubleshoot and update electrical or instrumentation systems.
- Capable of reading and analyzing electrical schematics.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well in teams or independently and be a self-starter.
- Pass the Electrical Aptitude Test.
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with Cargill.
- Understanding of continuous and batch process control strategies.
- Ability to configure and program various control systems including PLC and HMI systems.
- Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance practices.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens electrical/instrumentation systems.
- Familiarity with plant digital business technologies.
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
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