Production Operator - 1st Shift

1st Shift General Production Operator

Wage: $25.47 hour plus night shift and Sunday premiums

Location city, state: Kiel, Wisconsin

Hours: 6am-2pm (Start and End times may vary based on production needs)

Overtime: Eligible for overtime after 8 hours

Schedule: 10 days on & 4 days off. Every other weekend is a 4-day weekend off.

$2500 Sign On Bonus

You will receive a sign-on bonus of $500.00 after 60 days of employment. After six months of employment, you will receive a $1,000.00 retention bonus, and after one year of employment you'll receive your second payment of your retention bonus of $1,000.00. All totaled you will receive $2,500.00 in sign-on and retention bonuses.

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.

EDUCATON:

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 plus months of solid work experience in any industry
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and direction

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years or older
• 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)
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision 
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team 
• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills
• Ability to lift/carry up to 55 lbs.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 plus months of solid work experience in a continuous process environment preferred
• Experience communicating with supervisors and co-workers in a team environment.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is a plus
• Knowledge of various pieces of high- tech manufacturing processing and packaging equipment.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• 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

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.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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