Production Operator - Specialty Plant

Land O'Lakes•Neosho, MO

10d

About The Position

Nutra Blend, an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing vitamin, trace mineral, micro-ingredient, and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry, is seeking a Production Operator for its Specialty Plant. The operator performs manufacturing processes that add value and quality to inputs and produce finished products. Duties may vary among sub-classifications 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 important throughout production. This first-shift position is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and pays $21.75 per hour. Applicants must pass a post-offer background check and pre-employment substance abuse testing. Land O’Lakes offers 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.
Be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Critical thinking and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of potential solutions, conclusions, or approaches.
Ensure personal and coworker physical safety at all times.
Reliable time management, including punctuality, completing tasks by deadlines, and adapting to changing deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.
Coordinate and work well with others to meet team goals and adjust to important changes.
Active learning and the ability to apply new information to current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active listening, including giving others full attention, understanding their points, and asking questions as appropriate.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent movement, 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 across temperature zones, including cold and/or hot environments for extended periods, and in environments where dust may be present.
Successfully pass a post-offer background check and pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Responsibilities

Perform manufacturing processes that add value and quality to inputs and create finished products.
Depending on the production assignment, receive and handle raw materials, process materials, or package finished products.
Maintain safety, attention to detail, quality, sanitation, and efficiency throughout production.