Production Operator - 1st Shift

Land O'Lakes•Kiel, WI

About The Position

The 11 a.m. relief intake operator is a front-line employee responsible for receiving incoming milk loads, conducting required screening tests, transferring milk to manufacturing, and preparing milk loads for outside sales. The operator also washes and sanitizes milk trucks, holding tanks, and receiving lines, and accurately maintains related paperwork and documentation. The role includes working with milk drivers to ensure they follow Kiel Intake policies and properly clean equipment under their control. The schedule is 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a rotating schedule of 10 days on and 4 days off. Weekends, overtime, and holidays may be required as needed. Pay is $27.55 per hour, plus a $1.00-per-hour shift differential if applicable, with a $2,500 hiring bonus.

Requirements

At least 6 months of solid work experience in any industry.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions.
Must be 18 years or older.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day.
Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures.
Self-reliance and ability to work accurately under limited supervision.
Ability to maintain a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.
Customer focus and ability to work collaboratively on a team.
Flexibility in work performed and schedule.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills.
Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds.
Ability to perform regular movements including walking, standing, bending or stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing, and other active movements.
Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
Ability to work for extended periods across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments, and environments where dust is present.
Ability to routinely climb stairs and ladders while performing the duties of the role.

Nice To Haves

Experience communicating with supervisors and co-workers in a team environment.
Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of various high-tech manufacturing processing and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming milk loads.
Perform required screening tests on incoming milk loads.
Transfer milk to manufacturing.
Prepare milk loads for shipment for outside sales.
Wash and sanitize milk trucks, holding tanks, and receiving lines.
Maintain paperwork and other documentation for assigned tasks.
Work with milk drivers to ensure they follow Kiel Intake policies and properly clean equipment under their control.
Follow standard operating procedures and perform assigned tasks safely.