Production Operator

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Clarence (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Land O'Lakes, Inc. as a 3rd shift mixer operator, where you'll play a vital role in manufacturing top-quality products. Operate machinery, maintain safety standards, and collaborate effectively within a dynamic team. This is a great opportunity for those looking to enhance their skills in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

PTO and life insurance

Education assistance

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Complies with safety processes and practices.
• Ensures quality standards are followed during production.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Pay: $23.50 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour
Shift & Working Hours: 3rd Shift; Sunday - Thursday; 8:00PM to 4:30AM Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

Position: 3rd shift mixer operator

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 Purina Animal Nutrition business who 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:
• 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.

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.

Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

About Us

Land O’Lakes is a Fortune 250, farmer-owned agriculture and food manufacturing cooperative. We are headquartered just outside the Twin Cities, with locations across the US and a presence in 60 countries around the world.

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