Job Details

Production Operator

Pay: $27.35 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: Monday-Friday; 3rd shift - 10:30pm - 7:00am - Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed, hours subject to business needs.

This is a Union Facility, and this position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The Palletizer Operator is primarily responsible for operation of the palletizer(s), wrapper and loading trucks. The main goal will be to palletize all feed ordered for the warehouse. In doing so, he/she must be able to successfully run the palletizer and its supporting systems; you must also be able to correctly complete all shipping paperwork; make sure all feed is in the right bag, labeled correctly and with the correct pallet label; regularly maintain/clean the palletizer and support systems; familiarize self with products and their required specifications; and anything else supervisor requires. The Palletizer Operator will have the ability to work 40+ hours per week and palletize 4,500 bags in an 8-hour shift on any packing line

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business who serves producers and animal owners throughout the United States. We innovate nutritional products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment
• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

• 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
• Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present
• Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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