Press Operator

## Press Operator Apply:
USA-MO St Louis:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R29116

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
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* Location:

** MO St Louis
** Job Type:
** Production Group
** Job Posting

Title:

** Press Operator
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* Job Description:

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* Schedule:

** 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, Monday - Sunday with two consecutive days off during the week.  
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* Work Location:

** 611 E Marceau St., St. Louis, MO 63111  
** Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $25.05 hourly and $1,000 sign on bonus paid in increments after completions of 90
-days of employment.  
** Benefits:
** Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, STD, LTD and Life coverage managed through Teamster local 688 Union. 401 (k) with match and EAP.  
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* Duties and 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 systems, and processing systems.
* Complete equipment changeovers and address operational issues quickly.
* Use your 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.
* Perform routine operation checks.
* Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and equipment changeovers.
* Ensure proper sanitation after changeovers.
** 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.
* Conduct quality checks on products and Processing.
** Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance:
*** Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
* Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
* Maintain compliance documentation and complete sanitation steps during changeovers.
** Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training:
*** Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
* Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
** 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.
* Assist in reviewing production paperwork.
* Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
* Act as 5S champion for area.
** Knowledge, Training and

Experience:

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* Education & Experience:

*** High School Diploma or GED required.
* Minimum 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing or food production.
* Forklift…