Operations Technician at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Melrose, Minnesota

Job Description:

Operations Technician

Assist the Shift Lead and Production Manager in the daily operation of their designated team/shift. Assistance is provided by training associates, learning advanced operating functions, performing special assignments to support product or equipment trials, customer requests & process improvement activities, ensuring the master sanitation schedule is met & conducting operational preventative maintenance. Cover shift based staffing needs (generally at the classified job level) to ensure ability to meet production demands. Maintain a safe work environment & meet all established quality standards.

Pay Rate: $26.92 + $1/hr Shift Differential

Hours: 4:45pm -5:15am - 2-2-3 Rotation

Sign on Bonus:$1500 - $250 paid after 30 days of employment. $500 paid after 6 months of employment. $750 paid after 12 months of employment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performance of job duties may include any one or more operator roles as needed on the assigned team/shift


• Includes Deck, DMC, AM UF, Pan, Turbas, RO, Intake, Silos, Backup Shift Lead, Starter, Sybil


• Initiate startup, shutdown, teardown, CIP/COP and operation of all equipment in assigned work area


• Operator Care - basic lubrication, inspection adjustments, repairs, cleaning & maintenance


• Master Sanitation of operating areas, equipment and coolers as assigned


• LEAN Manufacturing - Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving.


• Participate in 5S program to contribute to a safe and organized work environment.


• Participate in delivering training to all associates in assigned work area to build capability in meeting weekly production schedule staffing demands


• Assist in performing and coordinating any employee training required for operators to be effective and safe in the performance of their jobs


• Assist and support various areas of operations including but not limited to: AM; CM; Whey, Sybil, Shipping etc.


• Assists in the development of standardized work and ensures it is utilized, updated and an integral part of the work culture


• Assist production personnel in the attainment of established key performance indicators (KPI)


• Assist with department implementation of new processes, new equipment, and improved line layouts


• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all department paperwork


• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP guidelines and LQMS requirements


• Lead by example and support line activities to ensure employee safety, food safety, and quality assurance


• Actively contribute to a behavioral based safety culture by completing a minimum of one behavioral observation (BOS) per month.


• Work in partnership with QA associates to address any identified process or customer issues


• Demonstrate working knowledge of machine operations and overall production process


• Ability to troubleshoot and identify root cause of problems in an operator/machine interface work environment.


• Assist in the implementation and control of product and process changes brought through R&D, Sales, Marketing, and others that offer added benefits to the customer and organization


• Other duties as assigned by Shift Lead or Production Manager

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred


• Associate degree preferred

Experience:

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred


• Prior high speed, high tech manufacturing experience

Requirements:

• Ability to read and write effectively in English


• Ability to contribute in a teamwork environment


• Ability to perform basic math equations


• Ability to utilize computers & software programs proficiently


• Ability to communicate effectively to ensure product flow to next workstation


• Ability to perform problem solving skills, apply creative thinking, use resources, and make effective decisions


• Ability to effectively plan and organize


• Ability to contribute to a safe and organized work environment


• Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and/or holidays


• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position outlined in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA)


• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to change as the organization continues to improve processes


• Ability to draw conclusions based on analysis of data from multiple sources


• Maintain prompt and regular job attendance

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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