Packaging Line Rockstar

Winland Foods•Summit, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a Packaging Team Member to help package products safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The role operates, monitors, and maintains packaging equipment; monitors production processes; and supports a team-focused environment centered on safety, respect, and continuous improvement. The position follows a 2,2,3 schedule with 12-hour day shifts at 200 NW Victoria Drive, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64086. Pay is $22.50–$24.50 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications, with additional quarterly bonus potential.

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; advanced levels require proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations, and commitment to company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others at the worksite in English, including understanding and responding to oral communications and written safety information.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team-first mindset.
Positive, dependable, self-motivated, adaptable, and attentive to detail, with problem-solving skills and accountability for work quality and attendance.
Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
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 perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping; good hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
Near and far visual acuity, some color perception, ability to distinguish color-coded containers, normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), and full range of hand and arm movement.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and follow safety practices, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification; certification is required for 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 advanced levels, experience leading projects, identifying skill gaps, and supporting multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Operate basic packaging machinery, including depalletizers, palletizers, conveyors, and forklifts; perform equipment changeovers, routine checks, and minor troubleshooting or repairs.
Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to support packaging operations and keep production flowing.
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 teammates, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Complete production paperwork accurately and communicate issues to supervisors.
Participate in 5S efforts and continuous improvement activities, including Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddles.
At higher levels, provide training, guidance, and feedback; lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support initiatives.