Certified Processing Team Member

Winland Foods•Medina, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a Certified Processing Team Member to help keep production safe, smooth, and efficient. The role operates, monitors, and maintains processing machinery and equipment, monitors product flow, and ensures batches meet quality and food safety standards. Team members support one another, contribute to continuous improvement, and help deliver trusted food products. The position is located at 4001 Salt Works Rd, Medina, NY 14103. The schedule is first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed. Compensation is $24.00 per hour based on experience and other qualifications, plus a $1.00 shift differential. The role includes equipment operation and maintenance, product handling and quality checks, inventory and production documentation, sanitation and food safety compliance, and collaboration and training within the team.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of work experience; manufacturing or food production experience is preferred.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on production line equipment, including cartoners, baggers, case packers, sealers, depalletizers, and palletizers.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve equipment irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations, and commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others about work matters, including understanding oral and written instructions and safety information and communicating in writing as needed.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team-first mindset.
Positive, dependable, self-motivated work ethic; willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push heavy loads, stand or walk for up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform tasks involving climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; 20/20 corrected vision, normal hearing and vision with correction if needed, and ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in the assigned manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification is preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
Manufacturing or food production experience.
For higher levels, expert troubleshooting of high-speed processing equipment and a strong understanding of theory of operation.
For advanced levels, proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues.
For advanced levels, ability to lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Operate and oversee manufacturing and processing equipment, including forklift driving, die changes, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive upkeep.
Complete equipment changeovers, respond promptly to operational issues, and perform routine operation checks and daily inspections.
Monitor equipment performance and help ensure safe, efficient, continuous operation across production systems.
Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to support processing operations.
Ensure proper sanitation after changeovers and maintain cleanliness in the work area.
Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and processing; perform product quality checks.
Perform manual packing and palletizing.
Follow FIFO inventory methods, manage materials, and record inventory transactions and shipments in SAP.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies; maintain compliance documentation.
Assist teammates, provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge, and support team training.
Complete production paperwork accurately, report issues to supervisors, and assist with reviewing production paperwork.
Record quality results in SAP and communicate production issues to supervisors and teammates.
Participate in 5S efforts and act as the 5S champion for the area.
Work with supervisors and teammates to develop solutions and contribute to productivity, safety, quality, and continuous improvement goals.
Perform Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency.
Wear required PPE, follow safety policies including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting practices, and promptly report food safety or quality issues.