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Operates packaging equipment used in the manufacturing of food products and work with other employees to effectively meet or exceed expectations for product quality and production rates. The operator must have a basic knowledge of how to set up, operate and maintain manufacturing machinery and equipment. Must obtain a basic knowledge of visual and dimensional inspection techniques. Adheres to company safety, conduct, and sanitation policies and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) in all areas of responsibility. Follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Responsible for efficiently operating and maintaining assigned production line equipment.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ND Grand Forks

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Packaging Machine Operator - Night Shift

Job Description:

**Schedule:** Rotating A/B Schedule: (3) days one week and (4) days the next, 12 hour shift, 7:00pm to 7:30am

**Work Location:** 1801 N 36th St, Grand Forks, ND

**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:** $21.50 per hour, plus an additional $0.25 per hour shift differential

Essential Duties &** **Responsibilities

+ Breaks down cheese equipment for sanitation.

+ Reassembles equipment after sanitation is complete.

+ Completes all required production and Q/A paperwork related to the introduction of cheese.

+ Provides proper housekeeping of Mac & cheese room throughout the shift.

+ Collects underweight, poorly sealed, etc. pouches.

+ Ensures necessary storage tubs, catch pans, etc. are properly emptied.

+ Stages necessary cartons for daily / shift production.

+ Ensures supplies, stages and fills glue as required.

+ Ensures supplies, stages, and fills printer ink as required.

+ Completes paperwork for finished carton check weigher.

+ Stages necessary cases for shift / daily production.

+ Cleans and sanitizes carton equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

+ May be assigned to work in extremely cold or hot conditions

+ Most positions are located in areas with loud noise and will require the employee to wear protective ear plugs

+ Other conditions include dust, wet floors, occasional smoke and fumes from cleaning chemicals (chorine)

+ Main activities will be walking, lifting, standing, sitting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching and climbing. Some kneeling and reaching overhead work will also be required.

+ May occasionally be required to work in high places – where fall protection is required.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

+ High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

+ Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required

+ Able to read, write and speak English

Starting Hourly Rate: $21.50

Schedule: 2nd shift / 12 hour days (3-2-2 schedule)

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.