• Packaging Line Operator

    Winland Foods (Grand Forks, ND)


    Entry level position that operates the packaging equipment and tasks 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 Line Operator

    Job Description:

    **Schedule** : Days: 7am to 7:30pm

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

    **Benefits** : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) with match, STL/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 shift differential of $0.25.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

    + Complies with good manufacturing practices

    + Supports quality system

    + Maintains communication within production team member ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc.

    + Monitors packaging materials, supplies to ensure efficient production in the area identifying bad or damaged materials prior to usage

    + Ensure adequate supply of packaging materials and communicate resource requirements for replenishment

    + Determine acceptable quality ranges on packaging (i.e. bad case codes, etc.)

    + Communicates with affected Team members on changeovers, downtime, etc.

    + Participate, and sometimes lead, daily operations meetings (shift huddle and employee hand off)

    + Responsible for startup and shut down on production line.

    + Monitor general packaging of product.

    + Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.

    + Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced by verifying the process order.

    + Ability to perform changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.

    + Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.

    + Completes required paperwork and checklist, as required.

    + Capable of efficient and timely start up for production runs

    + Complete required documentation (time checks, and sign off sheets) in an accurate and timely manner

    + Perform line checks as required.

    + Assist line associates to attain performance criteria as it relates to Safety, Quality and Productivity

    + Respond to changes on packaging to assist line associates and maintain efficiencies

    + Performs other tasks as requested by Supervisor

    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

    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.