Production Operator - 1st Shift

1st Shift General Production Operator

Wage: $25.47 hour plus night shift and Sunday premiums

Location city, state: Kiel, Wisconsin

Hours: 6am-2pm (Start and End times may vary based on production needs)

Overtime: Eligible for overtime after 8 hours

Schedule: 10 days on & 4 days off. Every other weekend is a 4-day weekend off.

$2500 Sign On Bonus

You will receive a sign-on bonus of $500.00 after 60 days of employment. After six months of employment, you will receive a $1,000.00 retention bonus, and after one year of employment you'll receive your second payment of your retention bonus of $1,000.00. All totaled you will receive $2,500.00 in sign-on and retention bonuses.

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.

EDUCATON:

High School Diploma or GED, preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

6 plus months of solid work experience in any industryStrong computer skillsAbility to follow manufacturer's specifications and direction

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

18 years or olderAble to work in a fast-paced environmentWork in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the dayAdhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasksCustomer focused and able to work in a collaborative team Ability to be flexible in work performed and scheduleAbility to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skillsAbility to lift/carry up to 55 lbs.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

6 plus months of solid work experience in a continuous process environment preferredExperience communicating with supervisors and co-workers in a team environment.Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is a plusKnowledge of various pieces of high- tech manufacturing processing and packaging equipment.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movementsPerforming duties while wearing personal protective equipmentWorking across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is presentShift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

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.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

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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