Machine Operators (2nd Shift)

Winland Foods•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring Machine Operators for its production packaging operation in San Antonio, Texas. The role operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains packaging equipment to ensure products are packaged safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Operators perform equipment changeovers and routine inspections, handle products and materials, complete quality checks, follow food-safety and sanitation requirements, and accurately maintain production and inventory records. Team members collaborate with coworkers and supervisors, support training and backup coverage, participate in continuous-improvement activities, and may take on increased leadership responsibilities at higher levels. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed, on second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The work location is 5310 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227. Pay is $22.38 per hour based on experience and other qualifications, plus a $1.00 shift differential.

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, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others about work matters, including understanding and responding to oral communications, understanding written and safety information, and communicating in writing as needed; work matters are mostly conducted in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with a team-first mindset.
Positive attitude, dependability, self-motivation, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, flexibility, and 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 a 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, some color perception, and ability to distinguish color-coded containers.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and maintain the required range of hand and arm movement.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification is preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not already held. Certification is required for the Advanced Level.
Manufacturing or food-production experience.
For higher levels, expert troubleshooting of high-speed packaging equipment and a strong understanding of theory of operation.
For higher levels, proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line-huddle measures to resolve issues.
Experience performing Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line-huddle activities.
At higher levels, ability to provide training, guidance, and feedback; 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, routine operation checks, daily inspections, and preventive maintenance; address operational issues and minor repairs.
Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to support packaging operations, as applicable to the role level.
Ensure proper sanitation after changeovers and maintain cleanliness in the work area.
Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and packaging, and conduct 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 and complete sanitation steps.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, provide backup coverage, share knowledge, and support training.
Complete production paperwork accurately and report issues to supervisors.
Participate in 5S efforts, act as a 5S champion for the area, and assist with reviewing production paperwork.
Work with supervisors and teammates to develop solutions to issues and contribute to productivity, safety, quality, and continuous-improvement goals.
At higher levels, troubleshoot high-speed packaging equipment, lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and immediately report food-safety or quality issues to management.