Operations Specialist- 3rd Shift

The Operations Specialist is a part of the Technical Services Department. They serve the facility as an on the shop floor leadership role. Other position responsibilities aren't limited to but include: backup shift supervisor, floor preparation for corporate R& D research projects, involvement and execution of on-going capital improvements in the Kent facility. All efforts require full-time coordination from the Kent production department. This role requires majority of the time on the manufacturing floor.

Hours: 3rd Shift: Typically 10PM-8AM, Sunday - Thursday. This role may require weekends and holidays as needed.

Experience-Education Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management or related field, in lieu of degree, 4+ years in food manufacturing experience with increased responsibility
• Manufacturing or high-speed production experience required
• Supervisory experience preferred

Skills Required:

• Problem Solving/Troubleshooting
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Implementation
• Leadership of Shift/Crew
• Strong Communication Skills (both for operators and upper management)
• Multitasking/Time Management/Prioritization Skills
• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Project Management

Responsibilities Required:

• This position will conduct training, lead team meetings, and improve communications with the goal of enabling employees at the shop floor level of making informed decision. A result of these efforts will be to improve plant performance and efficiencies while improving employee satisfaction and employee relations.
• This individual will function as a fill-in production supervisor for all shifts and provides coordination and resources to assist in complying with all regulatory issues.
• This position will mentor new production supervisors on day-to-day operations responsibilities to include Catalyst training, labor scheduling, and understanding production processes.
• Develop standard operating procedures for production employees. Conducts training with employees on the standard operating procedures monitors understanding and adherence to SOP's.
• Interact with maintenance, quality, engineering, and contractors as needed on projects. Assist in the coordination activities for maintenance shutdowns for both Land O'Lakes employees and contractors.

Required Competencies:

• Strong, written, communication and presentation skills
• Some knowledge of GMP'S, safety, and environmental sanitation.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor team members
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Salary Range: $69, 040 - $103, 560. In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

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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