Packer Operator - 1st Shift

Land O'Lakes • Willmar, MN

121d • $25

About The Position

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 Packaging Operator will be responsible for the packaging of finished feed into designated packaging in a safe and efficient manner. This includes but is not limited to set-up and changeover for each production run, tape sewing, tag placement on each product, cleaning of packaging system and packaging area, reporting maintenance related issues to appropriate personnel as needed and identifying downtime causes. The operator will also be required to complete all required paperwork, process control and E1 documentation associated with the packaging process. The operator must understand the limitations of the system and each product. The operator will need to work with the Production Supervisor to accommodate special circumstances, and the operator is responsible for cleaning the packaging system as required and communicated by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Critical thinking skills to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions.
• Ensure physical safety of oneself and co-workers.
• Time management skills to complete tasks by deadlines.
• Coordination to work well with others to meet team goals.
• Active learning to understand implications of new information.
• Active listening skills to understand others' points.

Responsibilities

• Package finished feed into designated packaging safely and efficiently.
• Set up and changeover for each production run.
• Perform tape sewing and tag placement on each product.
• Clean packaging system and packaging area.
• Report maintenance related issues to appropriate personnel.
• Identify causes of downtime.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation associated with the packaging process.
• Work with the Production Supervisor to accommodate special circumstances.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Education assistance.
• 401k plan.
• Variety of well-being resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed