Plant Mechanic

Cargill

Location

Garden City, KS, 67846

Job Type

Full Time

Date Posted

20 April 2026

Plant Mechanic at Cargill summary:

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New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Dodge City, KS
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: Rotating
Compensation: $23.70/hr

Benefits information

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, 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

Perform repetitive or non-routine tasks
May operate heavy machinery (including forklift) or computer programs
Use a variety of tools and retrieve parts
Conduct daily set-up of area
Troubleshooting
Working around or with machinery and power sources such as electricity
Ensuring safety, food safety and quality
Cleanliness and housekeeping
Maintaining a safe working environment

Required Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be at least 18 years or older
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Knowledge of basic tools and maintenance related subjects
Willingness to participate on various teams such as HAZMAT
Knowledge of automated industrial machinery which includes; motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, and industrial/electronic controls
A strong PLC trouble shooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude
A strong understanding of industrial controls circuits
Demostrated troubleshooting effectiveness
Computr literate with Microsoft OS
Strong ability to identify priorities and adjust as needed
Strong ability to work independently; highly self-motivated, self-directed and be results oriented

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Cargill Experience
Computer skills
Previous experience
Work history in the last 12 months

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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