Production Operator - Specialty Plant - 1st Shift

Land O'Lakes•Neosho, MO

About The Position

Nutra Blend is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing vitamin, trace mineral, micro-ingredient, and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry. The Production Operator performs manufacturing processes that add value and quality to inputs and create final products. Duties may vary within the Operator job family and can include receiving and handling raw materials, processing materials through proprietary methods, and packaging finished products. Safety, attention to detail, quality, sanitation, and efficiency are essential throughout production. This position is based at the Specialty Plant and is scheduled for the first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay is $21.75 per hour. Applicants must pass a post-offer background check and pre-employment substance-abuse testing. Land O’Lakes offers a competitive salary and bonus potential, a comprehensive benefits package, and other company-sponsored benefits.

Requirements

At least 6 months of manufacturing experience.
Basic computer skills.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Commitment to maintaining the physical safety of oneself and coworkers.
Reliable time management, including punctuality, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities with minimal supervision.
Ability to coordinate with others to meet team goals and adjust to important changes.
Ability to understand new information and apply it to current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active listening skills, including giving others full attention, understanding their points, and asking questions as appropriate.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent active movements, including walking, standing, bending or stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, and climbing.
Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
Ability to work for extended periods across temperature zones, including cold and/or hot environments, and in environments where dust may be present.
Must successfully pass a post-offer background check and pre-employment substance-abuse testing.

Responsibilities

Perform manufacturing processes that add value and quality to production inputs and create finished products.
Receive and handle raw materials, carry out production processes, and package final products, as assigned.
Maintain safety, attention to detail, quality, sanitation, and efficiency throughout production.
Follow verbal and written instructions and work with others to meet team goals.