Packing Operator

Packing Operator

Pay: $ 27.13 per hour plus Shift Differential $1.00 (after 8PM)

Shift & Working Hours: Monday - Friday; 6:30 pm – 4:00 am, Shift schedules could include days, nights, weekends, some holidays, hours subject to business needs

The Packing Operator is responsible for the smooth operation of daily scheduling needs and coordinates the day-to-day work for all fillers, satisfying production needs and maintaining consistent levels of service production needs.  Responsible for ensuring operational compliance to all food safety policies and procedures.

This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land O’Lakes, creating 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:

• Follow HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.

• Comply with food and personal safety procedures, company policies, and regulations.

• Conduct machine set-up and pre-operational checks to ensure sanitary conditions and readiness for production.

• Operate coders and verify inkjet date codes and glue machines are functioning correctly.

• Perform temperature checks as per SOPs to ensure food safety.

• Observe for product defects such as paneling cups, open seals, or any deviation from quality standards.

• Ensure all required paperwork is completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with compliance standards.

• Verify the correct product is being packed according to the production schedule and execute product changeovers as required.

• Operate all packing equipment in the department including but not limited to: 

• Assist with kitchen or production support tasks as directed by floor supervisors or production management.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must be 18 years or older

• 6+ months of work experience in any industry

• Basic computer and math skills

• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions

• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot

• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

• 1+ year of food manufacturing work experience

• Forklift experience

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

• 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.

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.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

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