Packer Utility Operator- 3rd Shift at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Statesville, North Carolina

Job Description:

Join Land O’Lakes, Inc., and help us bring food from farmer to fork, building vibrant communities along the way. We’re a global, Fortune 250 company and a farmer-owned cooperative, which means we work for one another—not Wall Street. We’re proud to rank a Top Workplace. We offer:

• Competitive compensation and rewards


• Best-in-class healthcare for you and your family


• Powerful savings programs


• Training and career progression

SHIFT: 3rd; Sunday - Thursday; 11PM-7AM

PAY: $23.03

JOB SUMMARY:

Packing Utility Operator will effectively assist packaging and palletizer operator in the safe, efficient, and effective process of operating the packaging station.  Operator is expected to provide assistance but not complete the task of the packaging operator.  Operator is to assist by, but not limited to:  Staging empty product bags, staging tag kits for upcoming runs, input of product yields into E1 operating systems, housekeeping of extended packaging areas, operating machine for both packer and palletizer operators to ensure production continues through breaks and lunches.  Operator must be familiar with all production process for bagged product within the guidelines of Quality Management System (QMS).

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:

• Mechanically inclined individual who can help troubleshoot their system.




• Must demonstrate knowledge of Repete System and operation of equipment.




• Must demonstrate knowledge of Opti-Pak and Opti-Seq




• Individual must understand and abide by all Purina Animal Nutrition Codes of Conduct, Safety, Quality, and Environmental programs.




• Person must be able to lift at least 60 pounds.




• Person must be able to proficiently operate a forklift truck in a safe manner.




• Purina requires all employees to work together to produce a quality product in a prompt and courteous manner.




• Practice good customer service procedures. 




• Individual must accurately complete all documents for in-house use and federal regulations




• Person must be able to perform required duties sufficiently with minimal supervision, assist in troubleshooting, and work overtime when required.




• Must be able to perform simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).




• Proficient in basic computer skills.




• Must possess the ability to work as a positive team member.




• Must be able to effectively communicate with the packing team




• Other duties assigned by Supervisor.




• Actively seek assignments when equipment is down for extended periods of time

Expectations:

See job post in Work Day for expectations. 

PRODUCTION EXPECTATIONS

• Pack a minimum of 1100 Bags/Hr.




• Goal = 8000 Bags per shift




• 5 minute changeovers Packer 1 & 8 minute changeovers Packer 2




• Running handoff to succeeding shift

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life. 

The Production Operator focuses on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment including: Operating machine tool, chemical processing, assembly, or packaging equipment to manufacture products according to production specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards •Moving, packing, and sorting raw materials or finished goods •Monitoring the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products •Maintaining accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis and examines production materials for processing. Operates all equipment and processes. Monitors machine parameters and troubleshoots processing problems.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Basic computer skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age: 18 years or older




• Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.




• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.




• Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one’s co-workers at all times without exception




• Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision




• Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes




• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.




• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

WAGE RANGE SALARY: 

Land O’Lakes, Inc offers a competitive salary and bonus potential. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as many other company sponsored benefits.

Nothing in this job description restricts the management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled. Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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

Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.  

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