PLine Operator

Entry level position that operates the packaging equipment and tasks in the manufacturing of food products and work with other employees to effectively meet or exceed expectations for product quality and production rates. The operator must have a basic knowledge of how to set up, operate and maintain manufacturing machinery and equipment. Must obtain a basic knowledge of visual and dimensional inspection techniques. Adheres to company safety, conduct, and sanitation policies and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in all areas of responsibility. Follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Responsible for efficiently operating and maintaining assigned production line equipment.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ND Grand Forks

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

PLine Operator

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Complies with good manufacturing practices
• Supports quality system
• Maintains communication within production team member ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc.
• Monitors packaging materials, supplies to ensure efficient production in the area identifying bad or damaged materials prior to usage
• Ensure adequate supply of packaging materials and communicate resource requirements for replenishment
• Determine acceptable quality ranges on packaging (i.e. bad case codes, etc.)
• Communicates with affected Team members on changeovers, downtime, etc.
• Participate, and sometimes lead, daily operations meetings (shift huddle and employee hand off)
• Responsible for startup and shut down on production line.
• Monitor general packaging of product.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced by verifying the process order.
• Ability to perform changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.
• Completes required paperwork and checklist, as required.
• Capable of efficient and timely start up for production runs
• Complete required documentation (time checks, and sign off sheets) in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform line checks as required.
• Assist line associates to attain performance criteria as it relates to Safety, Quality and Productivity
• Respond to changes on packaging to assist line associates and maintain efficiencies
• Performs other tasks as requested by Supervisor

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• May be assigned to work in extremely cold or hot conditions
• Most positions are located in areas with loud noise and will require the employee to wear protective ear plugs
• Other conditions include dust, wet floors, occasional smoke and fumes from cleaning chemicals (chorine)
• Main activities will be walking, lifting, standing, sitting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching and climbing. Some kneeling and reaching overhead work will also be required.
• May occasionally be required to work in high places where fall protection is required.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required
• Able to read, write and speak English

Starting Pay Rate: $19.95

Schedule: Nights / 12-hour shifts (3-2-2 schedule)

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.