Entry Packaging Team Member

Winland Foods•Excelsior Springs, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring an Entry Packaging Team Member to help package products safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The role operates, monitors, and maintains packaging equipment and supports production processes while contributing to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. Team members work collaboratively and may assist with training and guidance as appropriate to their level. The position is based at 1000 Italian Way, Excelsior Springs, Missouri 64024. The schedule is 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on A Shift. Pay is $23.50 per hour based on experience and other qualifications, with additional bonus potential. The listed duties are not exhaustive and may be expanded as management deems necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of work experience; manufacturing or food production experience is preferred.
Must be at least 18 years old.
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.
Commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team-first mindset.
Positive attitude, dependability, self-motivation, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, push heavy loads, stand and 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, near and far visual acuity, and ability to distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate basic packaging machinery, including depalletizers, palletizers, conveyors, and forklifts.
Complete equipment changeovers, address operational issues, perform routine operation checks, and carry out minor repairs as needed.
Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to support packaging operations and production flow.
Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and packaging.
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 cleanliness and sanitation.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Complete production paperwork accurately and report issues to supervisors.
Record quality results and other required information in SAP.
Participate in 5S, Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to support efficiency and continuous improvement.
Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members as appropriate to the role level.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and promptly report food safety or quality issues to management.
Wear required PPE and follow safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting practices.