Production Support - 3rd Shift

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. seeks a Production Support Operator to join our facility and learn core cheese production processes. You will assist with pasteurization and cheesemaking, handling inputs, packaging, and quality controls, while maintaining safety and sanitation standards throughout the shift.

This frontline role emphasizes attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to advance in a well-established dairy operation.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• 6+ months of manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Tools

Manufacturing equipment (baggers)

Palletizers

Cookers

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Support 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. As a Production Operator, you will learn how to make world‑class cheese by assisting with the pasteurization and cheesemaking processes. 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.

Location, Pay & Hours

Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)

Pay: Starting at $21.25 per hour plus $2.00 Shift Differential.

Hiring Bonus: $2000.00 - $500.00 at 30 days $750.00 at 60 days and $750.00 at 1 year.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM.

Benefits

• The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as other company-sponsored benefits.

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• 18 years or older
• 6+ months of manufacturing experience
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry
• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems
• Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
• Knowledge of various pieces of high tech manufacturing processing and packaging equipment. Examples include but not limited to baggers, palletizers and cookers.
• Able to follow manufacturer’s specifications and directions
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.

Physical Requirements

• 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

Travel

N/A

Background Check

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

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. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.

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For disability accessibility or disability accommodation help, please call our HR Solution Center at 844-565-4748, M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.