Entry Processing Team Member

At Winland Foods, we believe great food starts with great people—people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day.

As a Processing Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our production process running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. You’ll operate, monitor, and maintain processing machinery and equipment, monitor product flow, and ensure every batch meets our rigorous quality and food‑safety standards.

This role is more than just keeping production moving—it’s about working with a team that supports one another, takes pride in doing things the right way, and is committed to continuous improvement. By bringing your energy, attention to detail, and respect for safety, you’ll help us deliver food experiences that consumers can trust and enjoy.

Employee Type

Full time

Location

MO Excelsior Springs

Job Type

Production Group

Job Posting Title

Entry Processing Team Member

Schedule

12 hour shifts on a 2/2/3 rotation (work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days; then the opposite the next week).

Hours

Training: 6:00 am to 6:30 pm (Days). When fully trained: 6:00 pm to 6:30 am (Nights).

Work Location

1000 Italian Way, Excelsior Springs, Mo 64024

Salary

$23.50 per hour, Day Shift, plus $1.50 Shift Differential for Night Shift.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• 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 your technical skills in SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver to keep production flowing.
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure efficient, safe, and continuous operation across all systems.
• Perform routine operation checks.

Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management

• Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and processing.
• Perform manual packing and palletizing.
• Follow FIFO inventory methods, manage materials, and record shipments in SAP.

Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance

• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food‑safety policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.

Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training

• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.

Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement

• Accurately complete basic production paperwork and report issues to supervisors.
• Record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.
• Participate in 5S efforts.

Knowledge, Training and Experience Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing or food production.
• Forklift certification preferred (required for advanced level); willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
• 18+ years of age.

Technical & Mechanical Skills

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on production line equipment.
• For higher levels, demonstrate expert troubleshooting of high‑speed processing equipment and strong understanding of theory of operation.
• Perform Winland Excellence CIL, center‑lining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve equipment irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line‑huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Safety & Compliance

• 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., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as…