Plant Formulator

Land O'Lakes; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes is hiring a Plant Formulator in Missouri. You will be part of the manufacturing team performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to inputs, leading to final high-quality products for customers.

You will operate machinery, assist packaging, and work toward daily production goals in a team-oriented environment. This role is part of Omnium, focusing on crop protection, adjuvant, and plant nutrition products.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to read, write, and follow instructions in English.
• Pay attention to safety processes and quality standards during production.
• Willingness to learn new skills, troubleshoot problems, and work with others.
• Basic computer and math skills required for production records.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment to support front-line production.
• Assist in packaging final product and ensuring product quality.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Meet daily production goals and adapt to changes quickly.
• Collaborate with leads and management on daily tasks.
• Operate in a fast-paced environment and support continuous improvement.

Skills

English reading/writing

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Willingness to learn

Problem-solving

Teamwork & communication

Tools

Machine operation

Forklift experience

Job description

Plant Formulator

Pay: $23.25 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: 1st Shift; 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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 Omnium business who is a loyal partner in the manufacturing of crop protection, adjuvant, and plant nutrition products.

Key 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

Required Experience and Skills:

• 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

Preferred Experience:

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

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• 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.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.