3rd Shift General Production Operator

Posted: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Valid Thru: Friday, 29 August 2025
Index Requested on: 07/30/2025 07:31:11
Indexed on: 07/30/2025 07:31:11

Location: Kiel, WI, 53042, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Land O'Lakes Inc. is hiring!

Description:

3rd Shift General Production Operator

Wage: $25.47 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 and Sunday premiums

Hiring Bonus: $2, 500. $500.00 after 60 days of employment. $1, 000.00 after 6 months of employment. $1, 000.00 after 1 year of employment.

Shift & Working Hours: 10: 50pm-7am 10 days on & 4 days off (Start and End times may vary based on production needs) Overtime: Eligible for overtime after 8 hours

TheProduction Operatoris 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.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O'Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers. This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
  • Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
  • Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment
  • Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
  • Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • 6 months or more of work experience in any industry
  • Basic computer and math skills
  • Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
  • Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
  • Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 18 years or older
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
  • Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
  • Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
  • Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
  • Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills
  • Ability to lift/carry up to55 lbs.


Preferred Experience:
  • 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
  • Machine operation and/or forklift experience


Physical Requirements:
  • Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
  • 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 in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present
  • Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime


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.

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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Educational requirements:

  • high school

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