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Production Operator

NOW HIRING - PRODUCTION OPERATOR Day shift position with overtime opportunities. Pay and progression based on experience and skills! Competitive shift premiums! Quarterly and yearly bonus opportunities! Awarded 2025 "Leader of the Pack" for safety by Missouri Association of Manufacturers! Kemin is seeking a full-time Production Operator to join our Missouri campus! Primary location for this position is in Sarcoxie, Missouri. Join a team committed to creating a quality product within a servant leadership culture. As a Kemin team member you will experience...

A competitive financial package. In addition to your salary we offer:

• Pay and progression based on experience and skills
• Generous shift premiums for nights and weekends
• Quarterly bonus for perfect attendance
• Uncapped annual bonus opportunity
• 401k match program
• Benefits eligibility day one including paid vacation and holidays
• Internal mobility program- a clear avenue for current employees to grow, develop, and gain experience in multiple work systems providing opportunities to move and advance throughout the production department.
• Robust health and wellness support - we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), free annual on-site health screenings, and free fresh fruit and healthy snacks in break areas- to name a few.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble and process raw materials for production.
• Operate equipment in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and report any issues.
• Correctly sample, package, seal, label, palletize and wrap products.
• Enter data into computer system.
• Operate a forklift.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Follow good manufacturing procedures and maintain food safety standards.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Ensure the quality of finished product meets specifications and is safe for our beloved pets.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Related experience in production is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to work both the Verona and Sarcoxie sites as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and to climb stairs.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to solve basic problems.
• Ability to read, understand and follow standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.
• Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered. Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.