1st Shift Production Operator — Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) in North Carolina. You will perform front-line production tasks, operate machinery, and help package final products for customers.

This role supports a member-owned cooperative and the Purina Animal Nutrition business. The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in transforming raw materials into high-quality goods.

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 and communication skills.

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 SOPs are followed during production process.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Collaborates with Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Machine operation

Forklift

Job description

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator for the 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) in North Carolina. You will perform front-line production tasks, operate machinery, and help package final products for customers.

This role supports a member-owned cooperative and the Purina Animal Nutrition business. The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in transforming raw materials into high-quality goods.