Machine Operator

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Job Title: Machine Operator
Location: Carlisle, PA, Mid-Atlantic United States, USA

Company: Land O Lakes
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: As stated in the Land O'Lakes Job Posting policy, all employees who post for an internal opening must inform their current manager at the time they apply.

Our growth relies on our extraordinary talent. Unlock your greatest potential at Land O'Lakes by continuing to make a difference, driving results and growing your career.

Machine Operator

WAGE: $25.17 per hour plus Shift Differential: $2.00
New Hire Bonus:
$300 bonus after completing 90 day probationary period
$700 bonus after completing 6 months of employment
Total of $1,000 bonus

Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift; 6:00PM to 6:00AM, CREW 3 (2-2-3 Rotation) Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

Role Focus:

The Machine Operator (Butter) is the front-line employee who performs the manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the inputs and create the final high-quality final products. There are a variety of sub-classifications within the Operator job family that could range in specific duties from receiving and handling the raw materials, adding value through a variety of proprietary processes, to packaging the final product. In all stages of production safety, attention to detail, a quality and sanitation focus, and efficiency are key to the success of the operation.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O'Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers. This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates 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.

Required Experience and Skills:
Must be 18 years or older

6 plus months of Production Experience

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

Preferred Experience:
1+ year of manufacturing work experience

Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:
Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

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 in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime

Grade:

Prod

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Job Post Date: 08/23/25