Mixer/Material Handler (Forklift) - Days

Winland Foods•Grand Forks, ND

19h•$25•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves setting up and operating equipment that mixes and blends ingredients for pasta products, as well as operating and monitoring pasta processing equipment and raw material handling systems. The role requires maintaining safe and sanitary conditions in production areas, heavy lifting, and forklift experience. Winland Foods is a dynamic and growing company specializing in meal preparation products, including pasta, sauces, and plant-based proteins, for consumer brands and private-label solutions. The company is committed to quality, environmental stewardship, and prioritizing the safety, well-being, and growth of its employees. Winland Foods fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and integrity, where employees' ideas and contributions are valued, and career growth is encouraged. The company aims to shape the future of food through passion, collaboration, and shared success with customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 1 year of work experience.
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 with the ability to identify and resolve equipment irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push heavy loads.
Ability to stand/walk up to 90% of shift.
Ability to climb as needed.
Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with a team-first mindset.
Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and flexibility to adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Heavy lifting and forklift experience required.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.
Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.
Must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment.
Must adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.
Must maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

Nice To Haves

Work experience preferably in manufacturing or food production.
Forklift certification preferred (required for Advanced Level); willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
For higher levels, demonstrate expert troubleshooting of high-speed Processing equipment and strong understanding of theory of operation.
Perform Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency.
Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels).
Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate equipment that mixes and blends ingredients used in the manufacturing of pasta products.
Operate and monitor pasta processing equipment and raw material handling systems.
Maintain safe and sanitary conditions of the production areas.
Perform and oversee equipment operations and maintenance activities, including forklift driving, die changes, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive upkeep for manufacturing and processing systems.
Complete equipment changeovers and address operational issues quickly.
Use technical skills in SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver to keep Processing flowing.
Monitor equipment performance and ensure efficient, safe, and continuous operation across all systems.
Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and Processing.
Perform manual packing and palletizing.
Follow FIFO inventory methods, manage materials, and record 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.
Accurately complete basic production paperwork and report issues to supervisors.
Record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.
Participate in 5S efforts.