Bagger Operator

Land O'Lakes; Pine Island (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking cooperative as a Bagger Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in the production of high-quality dairy products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to operate machinery, package products, and ensure quality standards are met in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values safety, collaboration, and innovation, contributing to a mission that enhances the lives of farmers and consumers alike. With competitive pay, a hiring bonus, and a supportive workplace culture, this role is perfect for those eager to learn and grow within the food industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with at least 1 year of work experience.
• Basic computer and math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety processes and maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Collaborate with leads and management to accomplish daily tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Bagger Operator

Pay: $23.44 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour

Hiring Bonus: $1500 ($500 at 90 days, $500 at 180 days, $500 at 1 year)

Shift & Working Hours: 12-hour Rotating Shifts; 4:45 PM to 5:07 AM; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O’Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers. This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there’s power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Required Experience and Skills:

1. Must be 18 years or older
2. 1 year or more of work experience in any industry
3. Basic computer and math skills
4. Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
5. Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
6. Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

1. 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
2. Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements:

1. Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
2. Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
3. Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
4. Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.