Production Operator

Production Operator – Shift Shift: Could be 4am‑12pm Monday through Friday or 8am‑4pm Monday through Friday, overtime as needed. Pay: $28.35/hr. Job Summary This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry‑leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life. Responsibilities Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production (machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment. Operate machine tools, chemical processing, assembly, or packaging equipment to manufacture products according to production specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards. Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods. Monitor quality of output to identify, discard, or re‑manufacture faulty products. Maintain accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis and examine production materials for processing. Operate all equipment and processes; monitor machine parameters and troubleshoot processing problems. Minimum Qualifications Age18years or older. Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions. Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and 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 implications of new information for current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making. Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people say, taking time to understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate. Physical and Shift Requirements Able to lift 50lbs and perform frequent movement, including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing, and other active movements. Perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment. Work across temperature zones, possibly cold or hot environments for extended periods, and in environments where dust is present. Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime. #J-18808-Ljbffr