What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift Production Operator position at Land O'Lakes, Inc.?
Join Land O'Lakes, Inc. and help us bring food from farmer to fork, building vibrant communities along the way. We are a global, Fortune 250 company and a farmer-owned cooperative, which means we work for one another – not Wall Street. We are proud to be ranked as a Top Workplace.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and rewards
- Best-in-class healthcare for you and your family
- Possible overtime opportunities
Production Operator Role
This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business, which 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:
- Comply with all safety processes and insist on safety practices of self and others.
- Show up on time, complete tasks by deadlines, and adapt to changes quickly.
- Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensure all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during the production process.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
- Collaborate and follow the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments.
Required Experience and Skills:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- At least 1 year 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 respect for colleagues.
Preferred Experience:
- At least 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 shifts, which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime.
