Flex Cart Inspector

The Cart Inspector will report to the Production Supervisors as part of an overall Operations job functions. The Cart Inspector will work closely with the Production Supervisors to ensure all inspection, greasing and functions are executed. The Cart Inspector will communicate with departments (Kitchen, Pack, QA, and Maintenance) to ensure that all departments understand any issues.

The Cart Inspector will also set up the day to day as it relates to inspection process. The Cart Inspector will be required to follow all Quality, GMP, Safety, Production, Training and Housekeeping requirements. They will follow all verbal and or written instructions from the Production Supervisors and any other manager that may have something pressing to accomplish. Cart Inspector will partner with Production Supervisors during vendor meetings to provide insight on cart equipment and repairs. When there are no cart activities to complete, the employee will support production as a Line Associate.

Position Summary (Secondary function):

The Production Associate will assist the Machine Operator and Lead with the daily operating functions of the Filling Line. Most Filling Lines are staffed with more than one Line Associates who work in a team. In this team, you will need to communicate with each and work in close proximity. The Production Associate will be monitored by the Department Lead to ensure Quality, GMP, Safety, Production, Training and Housekeeping requirements. The Production Associate will conform to the required GMP and Safety procedures follow all verbal and or written instructions of the Lead, Quality Control and Management Team.

Shift: Now offering 4hr shifts - let us know when you want to work! Whether you're looking for a job to fit around your schooling, your kids, other work, or your life, we have the job for you. Minimum 15 hours per week, 4-12 hour blocks spread across production hours.

Shift Window: M-F, 5:00am - 1:00pm

Pay: $22.42

Essential Functions:

• Comply with Required GMP, hair covering and hearing protection policies.
  
  


• Understand how to communicate with internal departments, working closely with Maintenance to ensure tires are ordered, tools are available and set up work area.
  
  


• Understand 5S LEAN manufacturing process. This includes WIP area cleanliness, proper stack heights and Cart maintenance.
  
  


• Having ability to know and grease cartwheels, understand differences between swivel and non-swivel tires.
  
  


• Understand how to use basic tools to change out tires, socket sets, compact driver and other tools necessary to be self-sufficient in repairs of carts.
  
  


• Must be able to paint and upkeep cart inspection program. This includes managing all the color codes for the carts
  
  


• Have knowledge with looking up items in various computer platforms to help speed up ordering parts needed.
  
  


• Ability to read, understand and communicate in English.
  
  

Required Experience:

• 6+ months of manufacturing
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Age: 18 years or older
  
  


• High School diploma/GED preferred.
  
  


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  Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and perform basic math.
  
  


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  Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  
  


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  Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one's co-workers at all times without exception
  
  


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  Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision
  
  


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  Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes
  
  


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  Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  
  


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  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 50lbs
  
  


• 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 and chemicals are 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.

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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