Relief Operator

The Relief Operator is primarily responsible for providing support to various production departments. He/she supports production goals by covering break/lunches/vacations/overtime and assisting wherever needed at the discretion of shift supervisors. In doing so, he/she must be proficient in several operations such as receiving, micros, mixing, pelleting, packing and palletizer, non-bulk receiving; he/she must also be able to perform those jobs as good or better than the "normal" operator.

This position requires a great deal of flexibility especially when it comes to the schedule. The Relief Operator must constantly deal with change and ambiguity.

SHIFT: 2nd 2:00pm - 10:30pm

(Possible overtime and weekends as needed)

PAY: $23.04

Essential Job Functions:

• Works safely and follows all safety procedures and safety requirements for each position.
• Cover break and lunches for packing and/or pelleting, Shipping depending on needs.
• Assist packers with bin checks, poking bins, bag staging, changeovers, changing fine totes, and other needs as determined by shift supervisor.
• Assist pellet mills with die changes and other needs as determined by supervisor.
• Completes monthly cycle counts for empty bags and bagged ingredients.
• Cover vacations (PTO) when needed.
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions – required.
• Able to work in hot/cold/dusty environments – required.
• Beating/poking bins/digging out dies – required.
• Forklift certified – required. Not afraid of working heights greater than 5 feet – required.
• Attention to detail – required. Basic computer and math skills - required.
• Sense of urgency – required. Overtime/weekends – required per business needs.
• Completes miscellaneous assignments from management. Completes housekeeping assignments. Assigned work tools – PPE, radio, and flashlight.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Basic computer skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age: 18 years or older
• Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one's co-workers at all times without exception
• Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision
• Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes
• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Able to lift 55lbs
• 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 across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

Nothing in this job description restricts the management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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.

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.

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.