Warehouse Operator - 1st Shift

Land O'Lakes•Platte City, MO

About The Position

The Warehouse Operator is a member of Land O’Lakes, Inc.’s warehousing team and performs front-line processes that support successful delivery of final products. The role includes coordinating inbound and outbound deliveries, packing and loading products using a forklift, assisting with cycle counts, and organizing warehouse areas. The operator uses a forklift daily and other plant machinery and equipment as needed. This position is part of the Purina Animal Nutrition business, which serves producers and animal owners throughout the United States.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
At least 1 year of warehousing experience.
Basic computer and math skills.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve, and troubleshoot.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, and a consistently respectful approach.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 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 in cold and/or hot temperature zones, potentially in areas with dust and chemicals.

Nice To Haves

2 or more years of warehousing work experience.
Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Comply with safety processes and insist on safe practices by oneself and others.
Arrive on time, complete tasks by deadlines, and adapt quickly to changes.
Process work orders by selecting correct products from racks, palletizing and shrink-wrapping them, and staging orders for delivery.
Manage multiple tasks and keep up with warehousing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Follow all standard operating procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Obtain and maintain successful forklift certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.