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Cargill is powered by our plants, and our plants are powered by our people. That’s why we’re committed to creating a culture built on doing what’s right for our employees. At Cargill, you can rely on a safe work environment where your well-being is prioritized, and your benefits reflect your worth. You’ll be part of a supportive team where your ideas are valued. Our employee culture ensures you have the trust and freedom to shape your work and carve out a career that’s right for you.

Our North American protein business has a diverse 28,000-member team and operates approximately 60 protein processing facilities, distribution centers, feed mills, hatcheries, and an innovation center in the U.S. and Canada.

Apply today and discover how you can be part of nourishing the world.

California Protein Processing Plant

Home to around 4,000 residents, the town of California boasts some of the most unique and prosperous industries in mid-Missouri. These include Burger’s Smokehouse, Tana Wire Maker, Arkansas Valley Feather, California Manufacturing Inc., Mo-Wood Products, and Honeysuckle White, a division of Cargill Inc. Cargill is proud to be a part of the California community. This poultry processing facility was established in 1975 and consists of 110,000 square feet of production and operating space.

At Cargill, we believe in giving back. Our employees actively contribute their time and financial resources to the community through programs such as Cargill Cares, Food Pantry, the United Way, and more!

Open Roles

Full-Time Employee Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Marathon Health Clinic (Employer sponsored health center)
  • 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

Available Opportunities

Location Locations

  • Location

    1001 E. Smith St., California, MO 65018

Learn more about the Cargill protein business in North America

Thrive

At Cargill, everyone matters and everyone counts. Cargill is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. As such and in alignment with our Guiding Principles, Cargill’s long-standing equal employment opportunity policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, family status, citizenship status, veteran status, military status, union affiliation, or any other status protected by law.

Cargill also complies with all applicable national and local laws and regulations pertaining to non-discrimination and employment.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Cargill, Inc. and subsidiaries (“Cargill”) have an internal recruiting department. Please review this notice.

US Employment Resources: Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

How to request a reasonable accommodation | Read about Federal equal employment opportunity laws (PDF) and the supplement (PDF) | Pay Transparency (PDF).

Cargill is a E-Verify Employer, see here for E-Verify participation information.

Canada Employment Resources: Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities. How to request a reasonable accommodation.

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