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The role of a Press Operator will require a self-directed, team-oriented individual, who demonstrates pride and ownership in his/her work. This position will be required to make changes to recipes and adjust temperatures and humidity. Will be responsible for changeovers. This position will also be responsible for properly cleaning the mixers and dies.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

SC Columbia

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Entry Processing Team Member

Job Description:

**Schedule:** 2-2-3 schedule, 5:45pm-6:00am, with additional overtime based on production needs

**Work Location:** 2000 American Italian Way, Columbia, SC

**Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

**Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $25.46 per hour including shift differential of a $1.00.

+ Routinely initiate die changes, die washing and die repair.

+ Perform all necessary changeovers and related activities on a timely basis to execute the required production schedule.

+ Monitor lines hourly to check transfer points to ensure product quality.

+ Load powder ingredients and perform cleaning and repairs of this equipment.

+ Perform cleaning, preventive maintenance and spring replacements on bow tie machines.

+ Operate system to adjust presses, dryers and bulk-handling systems to specifications.

+ Perform daily QA checks testing to check moisture readings and properly document results.

+ Ensure work areas are clean, and that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) are fully complied with.

+ Ensure compliance with all safety programs and maintain hazard free work areas.

Supervision:

+ Team Lead

Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Must possess basic math, especially using a tape measure to measure length.

+ Must possess a basic mechanical aptitude.

+ Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills would be helpful.

+ Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)

+ Demonstrate ability to interpret equipment drawings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility.

+ The employee is required to stand and walk 50 percent of the shift.

+ The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

+ Must be able to stoop, kneel, climb and work at high elevations for extended periods of time.

+ Must possess color vision acuity and depth perception.

+ Must be able to vocally communicate in a frequently noisy environment.

+ Must be able to work in an environment that is above 90 degrees Fahrenheit for extended periods of time.

EDUCATION:

+ High School Diploma or GED required.

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.