Machine Operator

Winland Foods is proud to support a collaborative company culture and continued company growth, creating new opportunities! Due to this growth, we have IMMEDIATE openings for full‑time Machine Operators. This position requires a self‑directed, team‑oriented individual who takes pride in his/her work and is willing to accept total responsibility for the performance of the packaging operation on his/her shift. The candidate must possess good mechanical skills and be able to produce quality product at levels that allow the plant to meet or exceed its goals and objectives.

Full time

MO St Louis

Production Group

Machine Operator

• 2nd shift: 3pm-11pm
• 3rd shift: 11pm-7am

611 Marceau St, St Louis, MO

Based on Union Contract Provisions plus accrued vacation

$22.80 per hour plus $1.50 shift differential per hour

• Operate basic packaging machinery (depalletizers, palletizers, conveyors, forklifts).
• Complete equipment changeovers and address operational issues quickly.
• Use technical skills in SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver to keep packaging flowing.
• Perform routine operation checks.
• Inspect products for correct labeling, alignment, and packaging.
• Perform manual packing and palletizing.
• Follow FIFO inventory methods, manage materials, and record shipments in SAP.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Accurately complete basic production paperwork and report issues to supervisors.
• Record inventory transactions, shipments, and quality results in SAP.
• Participate in 5S efforts.
• Perform Winland Excellence CIL, center‑lining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency.
• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members.
• Lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision at higher levels.
• Maintain continuous improvement and safety compliance.
• Design and maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

• 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.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on production line equipment, including cartoners, baggers, case packers, sealers, depalletizers, and palletizers.
• For higher levels, demonstrate expert troubleshooting of high‑speed packaging equipment and strong understanding of theory of operation.
• 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.
• 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 needed.
• Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with a team‑first mindset.
• Positive attitude, dependable, self‑motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and flexibility to adapt to changing needs in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
• Must have good hand‑eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision; normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed).

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time, with tasks involving frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting,…