Production Operator-1 at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Neosho, Missouri

Job Description:

As stated in the Land O'Lakes Job Posting policy, all employees who post for an internal opening must inform their current manager at the time they apply.

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Production Operator-1

SHIFT: Full Time 11:00p.m.-7:30a.m.

PAY: $19.50 + shift diff

Sign on Bonus: $500 sign-on bonus (payable after 30 days of employment) $1,000 retention after 6 months $1,000 retention after 1 year

JOB SUMMARY:
Nutra Blend is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality vitamin, trace mineral, micro-ingredients and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry.

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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
6 plus months of manufacturing experience required
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.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:
Able to lift 50lbs
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 is present
Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

Grade:

Prod