Production Operator

Production Operator

Pay: $24.95 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour

Hiring Bonus:

$500 bonus after completing30-day probationary period

$500 bonus after completing 6months 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 Mixer Operator is primarily responsible for operation of the batching system.

The main goal will be to mix (batch) all feed ordered for pelleting & packing.

In doing so, he/she must be able to successfully run feed by coordinating batching system and its supporting systems; he/she must also be able to correctly sequence all feed; make sure to send all feed to the correct locations; regularly maintain/clean the mixer and supporting systems; familiarize self with products and their required specifications; and anything else supervisor requires.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O'Lakes, Inc.

manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products.

You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers.

This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product.

Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

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 protec...