Leading Agricultural Operations Manager

Cargill is challenging the way the world sees agriculture with over 150 years of experience. We are committed to feeding the world in a safe and responsible manner, reducing environmental impact, and improving the communities where we live and work.

Safety is our top priority. We strive to create a "zero harm" safety culture. We have a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and a global footprint allowing you to work with some of the best minds developing innovative programs and practices for a sustainable future.

The Plant Manager will oversee company assets, production facilities, plant employees, and contractors while meeting or exceeding location, business unit, and corporate objectives. They will provide leadership, technical knowledge, and operational experience to achieve safety performance, volume, and financial budgets, operating efficiencies, quality products, engaged high-performing employees, and customer service equal to or better than the best in our industry.

The Plant Manager will advocate and support change and innovation creating a climate where innovation thrives while leading the team in community-related activities that ensure Cargill is a valued member of the community.

1. Lead and ensure all production and operating facilities operate safely and in compliance with regulatory and corporate safety and environmental programs standards, and goals.
2. Provide a safe working environment for all plant employees contractors, and visitors at all times.
3. Provide appropriate training to all groups acting within the facility and assure safe behavior of each individual at all times.
4. Ensure sound housekeeping practice and sustain mechanically safe machinery conforming to Cargill and Australian standards.
5. Meet quality specifications and customer requirements through proper employee training, leadership, and process measurement and control. Produce vegetable oil and meal to agreed-upon specifications at the most economic cost and pursuant to the Business Units and corporate guidelines for the operation of an oilseed processing plant.
6. Be familiar with oil and meal customers' requirements and align the plants' strategies and activities to fulfill them to the customers' satisfaction.
7. Oversee the execution of consistent and quality product while driving reliability-centered manufacturing operations.
8. Keep abreast of technical developments by maintaining contact with other Cargill plants suppliers studying relevant literature engaging with Cargill's Subject Matter Experts and participating in applicable training initiatives.
9. Provide environmentally sound management ensure emissions remain within permitted limits and the plant waste discharges conform to standards as set by the statutory authorities by controlling all waste treatment and pollution control equipment. Achieve the corporate waste and energy reduction goals.
10. Plan and install capital improvements as required on time and within approved budget.
11. Actively participate in and apply the principles of continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility.
12. Assist and provide information to merchandising and logistics staff in preparation/execution of the crush schedule and plan.
13. Provide mentoring coaching and training opportunities to plant operating and supervisory staff.
14. Review storage condition reports and intervene when quality or security issues become apparent.
15. Perform other duties as required.

• 4+ years mechanical chemical or equivalent engineering degree.
• 5-7 years oilseed processing experience in a supervisory position.
• People management development and negotiation skills.
• Business understanding and budgeting and operations planning experience.
• Organizing planning and priority setting problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Technical learning.
• Process management.
• Process control technology.
• Detailed knowledge of industry-specific processes and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles internal control and merchandising skills.
• Knowledge of industry-relevant and workplace legislation.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor coach delegate and manage performance.

• A competitive remuneration package including performance incentive plan.
• Autonomy and scope for career development.
• The opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry and inspiring leaders.
• The job stability that comes with a global employer who puts people first.
• A supportive working culture and an inclusive team environment.

If you are ready to take on a rare career-defining opportunity are self-motivated and team spirited then we would love to hear from you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are treated with complete confidentiality.