Extrusion Press Operator

Winland Foods•Excelsior Springs, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Winland Foods, the Extrusion Press Operator is a Processing Team Member who helps 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 collaborate, take pride in doing work correctly, and contribute to continuous improvement. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 rotation: work two days, take two days off, work three days, then follow the opposite pattern the next week. Training hours are 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on days; after training, hours are 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on nights. The work location is 1000 Italian Way, Excelsior Springs, Missouri 64024. Pay is $24.25 per hour on day shift, with a $1.50 shift differential for night shift. The role includes operating and maintaining manufacturing and processing equipment, completing changeovers, troubleshooting and minor repairs, handling and inspecting products, maintaining production and inventory records, and following food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements. Employees also support teammates, communicate production issues, participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities, and may provide training and guidance. Duties 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.
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.
Commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Dependability, self-motivation, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, multitasking, flexibility, accountability for work quality and attendance, and a commitment to 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 perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; near and far visual acuity, color perception, and full range of hand and arm movement; 20/20 corrected vision and normal hearing and vision, with correction if needed.
Ability to work in environments that may involve wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification is preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not already held. Certification is required for Advanced Level.
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.
At higher levels, ability to provide progressively greater training and guidance, lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain processing and manufacturing equipment, including performing forklift driving, die changes, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive upkeep, and routine operation checks.
Complete equipment changeovers and respond promptly to operational issues.
Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to support processing operations; record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.
Monitor equipment performance and promote efficient, safe, continuous operation across systems.
Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and processing.
Perform manual packing and palletizing.
Follow FIFO inventory methods, manage materials, and record shipments.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, company food safety policies, and sanitation requirements; maintain a clean work area and report food safety or quality issues immediately.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Complete production paperwork accurately and report issues to supervisors.
Participate in 5S, Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency.
Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members; at higher levels, lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives.
Wear required PPE and comply with safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting practices.