Production Mixer Operator

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans including HSA options

Vision and dental plan

Company-paid life and disability benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness program with cash incentives

Job summary

A leading agricultural cooperative is seeking a Production Mixer Operator. This role offers an hourly pay of $29.50 and requires compliance with safety processes while ensuring production demands are met. Candidates must be 18 or older with at least one year of work experience. Responsibilities include maintaining quality standards, ensuring cleanliness, and collaborating with the team. Benefits include medical plans, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and wellness programs. This position is based in Henderson, Colorado.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of work experience in any industry.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety processes and insist on safety practices.
• Complete tasks by deadlines and adapt to changes.
• Keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow quality standards during the production process.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Mathematical skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Production Mixer Operator

Join Land O’Lakes, Inc., and help us bring food from farmer to fork, building vibrant communities along the way. We’re a global Fortune 250 company and a farmer‑owned cooperative, which means we work for one another—not Wall Street. We’re proud to rank a top workplace.

Pay: $29.50 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: 5 am – 2:30 pm, Monday – Friday; weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business, which serves producers and animal owners throughout the United States. We innovate nutritional products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety processes and insist on safety practices for self and others.
• Show up on time, complete tasks by deadlines, and adapt to changes quickly.
• Multi‑task and keep up with production demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ensure all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during the production process.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Collaborate and follow the instructions of leads and management to accomplish daily work assignments.

Required Experience and Skills

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of work experience in any industry.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem‑solve, and troubleshoot.
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and a respectful attitude.

Preferred Experience

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

Physical Requirements

• Ability 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.
• Perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Work in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods; may involve areas where dust and chemicals are present.

Benefits

• 3 medical plan choices including HSA options.
• Vision and dental plan.
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability, parental leave, caregiver leave, and emergency leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match and additional automatic contribution regardless of participation.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and employee assistance program.
• Wellness program focused on physical, financial, and emotional health with opportunities for cash incentives.

Land O’Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Land O’Lakes maintains a drug‑free workforce, including pre‑ and post‑employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.