Production Operator - 3rd Shift

Vermont Creamery, L.L.C.; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal nutrition seeks a Production Operator for the 3rd shift (11 PM-7:30 AM) to support manufacturing processes. The role involves operating machinery, monitoring production quality, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates are team-oriented, adaptable, and possess critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Reliable time management.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Monitor output quality and maintain accurate production records.
• Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Adaptability

Active learning

Listening skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Production Operator - 3rd Shift

Shift: 3rd (11pm-7:30am) Sunday-Thursday

Pay: $28.05/hr + $1.00 shift Differential

Job Summary

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business, supporting our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers, and large retailers across the United States. We focus on industry-leading R&D and partnerships to innovate nutrition products that help animals reach their full potential for a healthier, more productive life.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including machining, processing, assembly, or packaging equipment.
• Operate machine tools, chemical processing, assembly, or packaging equipment to meet production specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods.
• Monitor output quality, discard or re-manufacture faulty products.
• Maintain accurate daily production records and examine materials for processing.
• Operate all equipment and processes, monitor machine parameters, and troubleshoot processing issues.

Required Experience

• Basic computer skills
• Forklift driving experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Age 18 or older
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Critical thinking skills
• Commitment to safety
• Reliable time management
• Teamwork and adaptability
• Active learning and listening skills

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and climbing
• Work in various temperature zones and environments with dust
• Shift work including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Additional Information

Land O’Lakes offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits. Nothing restricts management’s right to reassign duties. Applicants must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a drug-free workforce.