Position Summary: This position operates and changes over auto depalletizers to insure efficient flow of glass jars to filling station. This position is responsible for operating a forklift, staging glass and caps for line operations.

Monday - Thursday (Friday Overtime)

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

KY Buckner

Job Type:

Job Posting Title:

Depal Operator 4p-230a

Job Description:

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operates equipment for efficient depalletizing.

• Maintains equipment in operating order including performing changeover and adhering to sanitation processes in accordance with GMP’s.

• This position may be responsible for one or more depalletizers and supporting or operating unscramblers as needed.

• Stage glass and caps for line operations.

• Band and move stacked pallets to staging area.

• Assist warehouse operator receiving trucks.

• Performs routine safety checks of forklift including battery, brakes, lift controls, and alarms prior to using equipment.

• Safely and accurately perform all duties as required for this position to ensure the safety and quality of our products.

• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Validation on position or machine will be required after initial training and every 6 months.

• Must be able to drive a forklift and be willing to obtain a forklift certification.

• Must be dependable, reliable and mature enough to handle equipment safely and sensibly.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction, as well as basic math calculations.

• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.

• Must be able to work on all lines and perform all positions, including changeovers.

• Must be able to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays/Sundays, as determined by business needs.

• Experience in manufacturing or distribution preferred.

• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.

• Mechanical aptitude.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be able to perform the following: standing, climbing, pulling, and or pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.

• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.

• Good physical condition with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

• Good hand/eye coordination, motor skills, 20/20 corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. 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 and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

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