Production Operator (1st & 2nd Shift Openings)

**First-McNess Company** is hiring a full-time **Production Operator** for our **Lake City, FL** location. - 5-Day Workweek, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week (*with available overtime as needed*). **Available Shifts**: - 1st Shift (Day): Monday-Friday, 6am to 2:30pm - 2nd Shift (Afternoon): Monday-Friday, 1pm to 9:30pm **Starting Pay**: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process **Pay Type**: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly **Work Setting**: Onsite, production/warehouse environment **Work Location**: 688 NW Waldo Street, Lake City, FL 32055 **Benefit Package**: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below. **POSITION SUMMARY**: The Feed Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently manufacturing and packaging high‑quality feed and mineral products. This role operates production equipment, follows established procedures, maintains a clean and safe work environment, and supports daily plant operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail‑oriented, and committed to producing consistent, high‑quality products while contributing to efficient plant operations. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**: - Operate manufacturing, production, and packaging equipment - Package product and stack bags or bulk product onto pallets - Measure, prepare and add materials according to work instructions - Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished goods - Assist with mixing or production processes as trained - Load and unload bulk materials from trucks or other deliveries - Perform routine equipment checks, report maintenance needs, and assist with basic repairs when trained - Follow inventory procedures and repair damaged bags or pallets as needed - Maintain a clean and safe work area; complete daily and weekly housekeeping tasks and documentation - Complete production, quality, and safety documentation accurately and on time - Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements - Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and resolve issues - Perform other duties as assigned **QUALIFICATIONS**: - High school diploma or equivalent required - Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or related experience is preferred - Experience operating industrial equipment, or willingness to learn and operate equipment safely - Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support - Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations - Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork - Effective teamwork, communication, and reliability skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities - Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions - Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment **About Furst-McNess Company**: For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “**Doing What’s Right**” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at **https://www.mcness.com/** - **Locations**: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada. **Our Culture**: At Furst-McNess, we strive to: - Understand…