Production Operator

Land O'Lakes•Inver Grove Heights, MN

23d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Production Operator is a front-line member of Land O’Lakes, Inc.’s manufacturing team, supporting production processes that add value and quality to inputs and create high-quality final products. The role involves processing raw materials, operating machinery and equipment, and packaging finished products. It is part of the Purina Animal Nutrition business, which serves producers and animal owners throughout the United States. The position is on second shift, from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch each day. Weekends, overtime, and holidays may be required as needed. Starting pay is $24.85 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential if applicable. The role includes learning three specific skills, with $1 added to base pay for each skill learned; base pay reaches $27.85 once all three skill sets are learned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
At least 1 year of work experience in any industry.
Basic computer and math skills.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
Willingness to learn new skills, solve problems, and troubleshoot.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, and a consistently respectful approach.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of manufacturing work experience.
Machine operation and/or forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Comply with all safety processes and insist on safe practices by yourself and others.
Arrive on time, complete tasks by deadlines, and adapt quickly to changes.
Multitask and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment.
Follow quality standards and standard operating procedures throughout the production process.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Collaborate with Leads and Management and follow their instructions to complete daily work assignments.