1st Shift Production Operator: Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Land O'Lakes; Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:05 PM, Monday–Friday). You will operate machinery, package final products, and support frontline manufacturing within a member-owned cooperative focused on quality and safety.

Key responsibilities include maintaining safety, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with leads and management to achieve daily goals. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus, and the role emphasizes teamwork and adaptability.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others.
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly.
• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Land O'Lakes is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:05 PM, Monday–Friday). You will operate machinery, package final products, and support frontline manufacturing within a member-owned cooperative focused on quality and safety.

Key responsibilities include maintaining safety, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with leads and management to achieve daily goals. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus, and the role emphasizes teamwork and adaptability.