Operates the Robopac and equipment used 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 (GMP’s) in all areas of responsibility. Follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Responsible for efficiently operating and maintaining assigned production line equipment.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

TX San Antonio

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Robopac Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Job Description:

Schedule: 3-12 hour days on Tuesday through Thursday with OT as needed on other days: *1st Shift: 6:30am - 7:00pm

Work Location: 5310 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:

*1st Shift: $23.64 per hour

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,
• 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

SAFETY AND QUALITY:     

• Understands equipment hazards to prevent injury to self and others – understands company policies on safety and follow procedures – GMP’s, (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Lock-out Tag-out
• Reports any food safety problems or potentially unsafe practices/conditions to the Supervisor
• Is able to safely lift items up to 50lbs – motors, parts, totes of ingredients, etc. - asks for help when lifting heavier items
• Recommends changes to improve safety standards and performance efficiencies
• May need to be certified to use the motorized Pallet Jack and Lock-out Tag-out – ensures safe operation of all machinery, tools and equipment
• Maintains proper housekeeping and safety standards, including 5S practices

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

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.