Production Mixer Operator at Land O'Lakes

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Animal Nutrition, Agriculture, 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 strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Safety: Ensuring complete physical safety of oneself and co-workers at all times
Time management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by deadlines, adapting to changes with minimal supervision
Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to changes
Active learning: Understanding implications of new information for problem-solving and decision-making
Active listening: Giving full attention to others, understanding points, asking questions
Physical ability to lift 50lbs
Frequent movement including crawling, ducking, bending, climbing ladders, sweeping floors, cleaning, spending majority of shift on feet
Use of sledgehammer to dislodge material in bins
Help other associates and flexibility to cover other processes
Ability to perform duties wearing personal protective equipment
Work across temperature zones (cold/hot) for extended periods, including dusty environments
Availability for shift schedules: 12:00pm-8:30pm (Feb-Aug) or 1:00pm-11:30pm (Sep-Jan), Mon-Fri, with possible overtime, nights, weekends, holidays

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipment (machining, processing, assembly, packaging)
Operate machine tools, chemical processing, assembly, or packaging equipment to manufacture products per specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards
Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods
Monitor quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products
Maintain accurate daily production records for manufacturing performance analysis
Examine production materials for processing
Operate all equipment and processes
Monitor machine parameters and troubleshoot processing problems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Basic Computer SkillsMachine OperationChemical ProcessingAssemblyPackagingQuality MonitoringTroubleshootingProduction RecordsTime ManagementSafety Protocols

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay for the Production Mixer Operator position?

The base pay rate is $23.75 per hour, and employees are eligible for Pay and Skills Incentives.

What are the shift hours and schedule for this role?

The shift is 12:00pm - 8:30pm Monday-Friday from February to August, and 1:00pm - 11:30pm Monday-Friday from September to January, with possible overtime beyond these hours and days.

What skills and qualifications are required for the Production Mixer Operator role?

Required experience includes basic computer skills. Minimum qualifications cover being 18+, ability to read/write/comprehend instructions, critical thinking, safety awareness, time management, coordination, active learning, active listening, and physical ability to lift 50lbs with frequent movement like bending, climbing, and standing.

What does the work environment look like for this position?

This is a full-time on-site production role involving operating manufacturing equipment, physical tasks like lifting 50lbs, frequent movement including bending and climbing, and teamwork to meet goals, with a strong emphasis on safety.

What makes a strong candidate for the Production Mixer Operator job?

Strong candidates demonstrate critical thinking, time management, coordination with teams, active learning, safety focus, and physical capability to handle demanding tasks like lifting 50lbs and frequent movement with minimal supervision.