Pilot Plant Specialist

Benefits

Parental leave

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Non-birth-parent leave

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Family-building benefits

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• Surrogacy assistance: Not verified

Mental health support

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Relocation assistance

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Childcare support

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Learning budget

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Verification

Not verified checked Jun 7, 2026

Salary

$66K-$78K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

Reported from DOL Form 5500 industry filing (not employer-specific)

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$61,842 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+1.9% - Slower

16% above the BLS role benchmark for operations aggregate.

Matched to SOC 11-1021 - Operations aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Operations From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

Shift type

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Weekend work

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Application

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Assessment

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Deadline

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Where they hire

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About this role

Pilot Plant Specialist State/Province1 | Job Posting Country US United States | State/Province Colorado | Job Posting City Fort Collins | City Zip Code 80525 Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life's essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing-today and for generations to come. Job Purpose and Impact The Pilot Plant Specialist will support operations within the Crop Innovation Center oil processing pilot lab. In this role, you will execute pilot-scale projects supporting research discovery, process development, and product innovation in oil seed processing and oil manufacturing. You will collaborate with engineering, process development, and product teams to optimize equipment performance, process safety, product quality, and scalability to commercial operations. Key Accountabilities Operate and maintain pilot-scale oil seed processing equipment, including seed handling, preparation, pressing/crushing, solvent extraction, and refining systems. Support safe operation of mechanical, electrical, and process control systems, including troubleshooting routine equipment and process issues. Assist with bulk material handling, inclu

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