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Maintenance Lead

CargillSwanton, VTMay 28th, 2026
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. 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. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.Job Purpose and ImpactJob Type: Full TimeShift(s) Available: 1st ShiftNew, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.Benefits Information:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsOvertime PotentialCareer Development OpportunitiesPrincipal Accountabilities:Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance throughout the facilityDocumenting all completed work and the conditions found; utilizing maintenance computer software as necessaryInstalling, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various components and systems including vertical and centrifugal pumps, heavy mobile equipment, hydraulic systems, 12 & 24V mobile electrical systems, belt conveyors, gear reducers, and bearingsOperating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, pneumatic tools, electric tools, etcComprehending mechanical/electrical schematics, blueprints, and/or operation manualsOperating forklifts and/or heavy equipment, aerial liftUnderstanding and adhering to all safety policies and proceduresMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentOther duties as assignRequired Qualifications:Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipMust be 18 years or olderAbility to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodationAbility to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator?Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Basic computer skillsPlanning and/or scheduling experienceAbility to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance noticeMinimum 4 years of maintenance experience and/or electrical troubleshooting knowledgeHigh School diploma or GEDPreferred Qualifications:Previous forklift experienceLeadership experienceExperience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Working knowledge of Microsoft office software, with an emphasis on Excel and WordMaintenace Technical degreeWorking knowledge of inventory systemsWorking understanding of: solenoid and pneumatic systems, cam and linkage systems, PLC/PC and communications, drives, motors and various forms of automation instrumentation and devicesAble to repair, test, rework and calibrate pneumatic, mechanical and electrical assemblies, equipment and systemConsidered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/VetTo apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.