Batch Weigher

Hours: 3:00pm – 12:30 am, Shift schedules could include days, nights, weekends, and some holidays, hours subject to business needs

Wage: $23.33 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (After 8pm)

The Batch Weigher is responsible for assisting production with kettle preparation by pre-weighing ingredients to be used on the processing floor and provide kettles with the necessary amount of ingredients to assure efficiencies. Also, needs to observe all safety rules and ensure quality.  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:

• Complete checklist and reports.

• Add the ingredients to the scheduled kettle.

• Wash kettles between kettle rotations as needed.

• Formulate batches to meet the procedure specifications.

• Pre-weigh the ingredients according to schedule.

• Inspect raw materials before using for quality and sanitary specifications.

• Record batch information on the provided forms (lot codes, quality, time, initials).

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must be 18 years or older

• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry

• Basic computer and math skills

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

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

• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Physical Requirements:

• 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.

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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