Label Machine Operator (2nd Shift)

Operate labelers (Quadrel/Langguth Labeler) 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. Label Operators 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:

Label Machine Operator (2nd Shift)

Job Description:

• Schedule: Monday through Friday with Saturdays as needed:
• *2nd Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm
• 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: $23.29 per hour

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Complies with good manufacturing practices
• Maintains accurate records (i.e. assigned label operator paperwork)
• 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 jar codes, torn or damaged label application, excessive glue)
• Communicate 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 seals, caps, and 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.
• Ability to perform changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.
• Complete required paperwork and checklist, as required.
• Capable of efficient and timely start up for production runs
• Capable of troubleshooting assigned equipment during production runs
• Complete required documentation (time checks, and sign off sheets) in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform line checks and testing 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

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge and Critical Skill Requirements):

• Experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Validation on position or machine will be required after initial training.
• Must be dependable, reliable and mature enough to handle equipment safely and sensibly with little supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and basic math calculations.
• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.
• 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.