Operations Technician-R-33104

Land O'Lakes - Melrose, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Melrose, MN

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Operations Technician role at Land O'Lakes Inc. involves supporting and operating the Warby Trial system during scheduled trials, as well as fulfilling the responsibilities of an Ops Tech when not performing trials. This position requires collaboration with the Shift Lead and Production Manager to ensure efficient daily operations, training associates, and maintaining safety and quality standards. The technician will also engage in continuous improvement activities and assist in various operational areas to meet production demands.

Responsibilities

• Support and operate the Warby Trial system during scheduled trials.
• Assist the Shift Lead and Production Manager in daily operations of the designated team/shift.
• Train associates and learn advanced operating functions.
• Perform special assignments to support product or equipment trials and process improvement activities.
• Ensure the master sanitation schedule is met and conduct operational preventative maintenance.
• Cover shift-based staffing needs to meet production demands.
• Maintain a safe work environment and meet established quality standards.
• Initiate startup, shutdown, teardown, CIP/COP, and operation of all equipment in the assigned work area.
• Participate in 5S program to contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
• Assist in the development of standardized work and ensure its utilization and updates.
• Support various areas of operations including AM, CM, Whey, Sybil, and Shipping.
• Assist production personnel in achieving established key performance indicators (KPI).
• Work in partnership with QA associates to address process or customer issues.

Requirements

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot machinery in an operator/machine interface work environment.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP guidelines, and LQMS requirements.
• Experience in a continuous improvement environment and participation in LEAN manufacturing activities.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with plant personnel, R&D, and Engineering.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified forklift operator certification.
• Experience with Sybil and Warby equipment operations.

Benefits

• Competitive wage rate of $26.92 per hour.
• Opportunities for training and development in various operational areas.