Production Operator Lead

SHIFT: 3rd (Sunday - Thursday) 8:30pm - 5:00am

PAY: $26.40 (24.40 base + Lead premium)

Facility operates on a tiered skill-based pay rate structure. A fully trained 3rd Shift Lead Operator can earn up to $29.70/hr within the first year.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life. 

The Production Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) according to production specifications, schedules, volume/cost/waste targets, and quality standards.  Additional responsibilities include, and not limited to:

• Understanding overall feed manufacturing operations: material input/output; work order management; allocation of raw materials and finished goods; adherence to Animal Food Safety Plan; maintaining accurate daily production records; ability to utilize and maneuver between multiple computer software systems.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Basic computer skills
• 1 Year Operator experience to include familiarity of ERP systems, data entry, and accurate record completion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age: 18 years or older
• Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Critical Thinking: Utilizing a Continuous Improvement mindset to troubleshoot and root cause opportunities.
• Safety: always ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one’s co-workers without exception
• Time Management: Accountable for scheduled work shift; adapt to adjusting priorities while completing tasks within set deadlines; execute job performance to meet customer demand.
• Coordination: Team first attitude and understanding of impact towards common goals.
• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening: Full understanding of presented concepts and asking questions, as appropriate, for additional clarification.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Able to lift 55lbs
• 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 may include weekends, holidays and periodic overtime.

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.

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.

Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.