What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator - Shift Supervisor position at Land O'Lakes?
The Production Operator plays a vital role in the Purina Animal Nutrition business, working closely with our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers, and other large retailers to serve producers and animal owners across the United States.
As part of our team, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production equipment, including machine tools, chemical processing, assembly, and packaging equipment. Your primary focus will be on ensuring high-quality products are manufactured according to production specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate machine tool, chemical processing, assembly, or packaging equipment to manufacture products
- Maintain accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis
- Examine production materials for processing and monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products
- Troubleshoot processing problems and maintain all equipment and processes
Requirements:
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions
- Critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
- Safety awareness, ensuring complete physical safety of oneself and coworkers at all times
- Time management skills, showing up on time and reliably completing tasks by deadline
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- Frequent movement, including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing, and other active movements
- Perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment
