Seasonal Production Operator - Land O'Lakes Inc.

This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land O'Lakes, creating dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

The Production Operator is the front-line employee who performs the manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the inputs and create the final high-quality final products. There are a variety of sub-classifications within the Operator job family that could range in specific duties from receiving and handling the raw materials, adding value through a variety of proprietary processes, to packaging the final product. In all stages of production safety, attention to detail, a quality and sanitation focus, and efficiency are key to the success of the operation.

HOURS: 1st shift. 20-40 hours per week. April through Labor Day. Overtime available

WAGE RANGE SALARY: $22.04/hour

EDUCATON:

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred
  

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 plus months of solid work experience in any industry preferred
  
• Basic computer skills
  
• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and direction
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years or older
  
• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
  
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in their functions and ability to troubleshoot and fix system issues is preferred
  
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
  
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
  
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
  
• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
  
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and perform basic mathematical skills
  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience communicating work order progress to supervisor and production operators
  

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Able to lift 55lbs
  
• 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 across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust and chemicals are present
  
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime
  

Job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and background review.

The company engages in an interactive process to review requests for reasonable accommodations that may be needed to allow qualified individuals with disabilities to perform all the essential functions of the position. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to the Hiring Manager.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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