Operator at Land O'Lakes

Fremont, Nebraska, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Animal Nutrition, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Age: 18 years or older
Basic computer skills
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
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
Availability for shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime
Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check
Pass pre-employment substance abuse testing (drug-free workforce)

Responsibilities

Setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production equipment (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging)
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
Examining production materials for processing
Operating all equipment and processes
Monitoring machine parameters and troubleshooting processing problems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

basic computer skillsoperating manufacturing equipmenttroubleshootingquality monitoringproduction recordstime managementsafety protocolscritical thinking

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay for the Operator position?

The pay is $23.55 per hour, plus a shift differential of $1.00/hour, with increases applied upon completion of training.

What is the shift schedule for this role?

The shift is 02:00pm - 10:30pm, Sunday - Thursday, and overtime may be required.

What are the minimum qualifications for the Operator job?

Candidates must be 18 years or older, able to read, write, comprehend, and follow instructions, with skills in critical thinking, safety, time management, coordination, active learning, and active listening. Physical requirements include lifting 50lbs and frequent active movements.

What does the Operator role involve?

The role focuses on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, moving and packing materials, monitoring quality, maintaining production records, and operating all equipment while troubleshooting problems.

What experience is required for this position?

Basic computer skills are required.