Production Operator

Land O'Lakes•Inver Grove Heights, MN

21d

About The Position

As a member of Land O’Lakes, Inc.’s manufacturing team, the Production Operator performs front-line production processes that add value and quality to inputs and create high-quality final products. The role involves taking raw materials through production, 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 with nutritional products and practices intended to support healthier, more productive animals. The starting pay is $24.85 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential if applicable. The position has three skill sets to learn; each learned skill adds $1.00 to base pay, for a base rate of $27.85 per hour after all three are learned. The shift is 2nd shift, from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Weekends, overtime, and holidays may be required as needed.

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, problem-solve, and troubleshoot.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, and consistently respectful conduct.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Follow safety processes and insist on safe practices from self 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.
Operate machinery and equipment and package final products.