Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Land O'Lakes; Guilderland Center (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nutrition sector is seeking a Production Operator for the 2nd shift in Guilderland Center. This role involves operating equipment, ensuring production quality, and collaborating with team members. Required skills include basic math, communication, and willingness to learn. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Life & disability insurance

401k matching

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry.
• Basic computer and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices.
• Operates machinery and equipment, packaging final products.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Production Operator - 2nd shift

SHIFT: 2nd Shift: Mon-Thurs 4pm-4am

PAY: 29.25/hour + $1 Shift Differential

• 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.

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