Production Operator - Main Plant

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O’Lakes, Inc. in Neosho, Missouri, is seeking a Production Operator for the main plant on the 3rd shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM) with overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

This frontline role supports Nutra Blend’s premix production, performing processes that add value, ensure quality, and uphold safety across all stages. Applicants should have 6+ months manufacturing experience and basic computer skills, with the ability to read and follow instructions, think critically, manage time, and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 6+ months of manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.
• Crucial safety awareness at all times.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate with team to meet goals.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing processes to add value and quality to inputs.
• Assist in handling raw materials and packaging final products.
• Follow safety, sanitation and quality standards throughout shift.
• Work with team to optimize efficiency and meet production goals.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading and comprehension

Critical thinking

Safety awareness

Time management

Team coordination

Active learning

Active listening

Job description

PRODUCTION OPERATOR - MAIN PLANT

SHIFT: 3rd Shift; 11:00PM to 7:30 AM Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

PAY: $21.75 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (if applicable)

JOB SUMMARY

Nutra Blend is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality vitamin, trace mineral, micro-ingredients and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry. The Production Operator is the front-line employee who performs the manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the inputs and create the final high-quality final products. There are a variety of sub-classifications within the Operator job family that could range in specific duties from receiving and handling the raw materials, adding value through a variety of proprietary processes, to packaging the final product. In all stages of production safety, attention to detail, a quality and sanitation focus, and efficiency are key to the success of the operation.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 plus months of manufacturing experience required
• Basic computer skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age: 18 years or older
• Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one’s co-workers at all times without exception
• Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision
• Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes
• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PRODUCTION POSITIONS REGULARLY INCLUDE:

• Able to lift 50lbs
• 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 across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

WAGE RANGE SALARY

WAGE RANGE SALARY: Land O’Lakes, Inc offers a competitive salary and bonus potential. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as many other company sponsored benefits.

Nothing in this job description restricts the management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing.

ABOUT LAND O'LAKES, INC

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