Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Land O'Lakes; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Production Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in transforming raw materials into high-quality products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values collaboration and communication. As part of a renowned cooperative, you'll benefit from a supportive culture that emphasizes growth and development. If you're eager to learn and thrive in a manufacturing setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

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 1 year of work experience.
• Basic computer and math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety processes and maintain cleanliness in work area.
• Operate machinery and follow standard operating procedures.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Pay: $22.90 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (if applicable)

Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift

Role Focus: Production Operator - Purina Animal Nutrition

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.

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.

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 the 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, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve, and troubleshoot.
• Strong collaboration and 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.
• Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime.

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.