Production Operator

Pay: $26.00 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour

Hiring Bonus: $500 bonus after completing 30-day period. $500 bonus after completing 6 months of employment. Total of $1,000 bonus

Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift; 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

The Pellet Mill Operator is primarily responsible for operation of the Pellet Mill. The main goal will be to pellet all feed ordered for packing. In doing so, he/she must be able to successfully run feed by coordinating the pellet mill and its supporting systems; you must also be able to correctly sequence all feed; make sure to send all feed to the correct locations; regularly maintain/clean the pellet mills and pellet mill support systems; familiarize self with products and their required specifications; and anything else supervisor requires.

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business who 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:

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others

• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly

• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment

• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process

• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area

• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must be 18 years or older

• 1 year or more 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 is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

• 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 shift which may include 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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