At Winland Foods, Inc. – Tolleson AZ facility (previously Treehouse Foods, Inc), we are focused on winning by producing high quality, innovative, customer-driven, expert food solutions in the pasta category. We have a very competitive compensation package with NEW RATES!!, We make our own brand, Muellers, and also make private brand pasta for major grocery suppliers throughout our community! This position will report to the Meal Preparation business that is now known as Winland Foods; Inc owned by Investindustrial. Investindustrial is a leading investment and advisory group with over $11 billions of raised fund capital, which provides commercial solutions and capital to high-quality mid-market companies internationally. Investindustrial has a strong track record of investing in the food and beverage sector, including private label, and has developed longstanding relationships in the food and beverage community. So, if you like pasta, focused on winning and working in a clean manufacturing environment, please apply to join our team!

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

AZ Tolleson

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Advanced Processing Team Member - 12 Hour Shift Days

Job Description:

WE HAVE SOME COMPETITIVE BENEFITS IN 2024 COME JOIN THE WINNING TEAM!

• QUARTERLY HOUR BONUSES
• GENEROUS VACATION
• ALL EMPLOYEES IMMEDIATELY BENEFITS ELIGIBLE AT HIRE
• REMOVAL OF 60 DAY WAITING PERIOD FOR 401K ALL EMPLOYEES
• MEDICAL PREMIUMS IN 2024 WILL NOT INCREASE!!
• DENTAL (FREE LOW DENTAL FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN 2024 AND DISCOUNTED PLANS FOR FAMILIES)
• VISION (FREE VISION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN 2024 AND DISCOUNTED PLANS FOR FAMILIES)
• LIFE INSURANCE/ CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE/ ACCIDENT INSURANCE/ VOLUNTARY LEGAL INSURANCE/ IDENTITY THEFT COVERAGE
• DISABILITY INSURANCE
• FSA CARRYOVER IN 2024
• FREE PASTA!!!

2 openings available on days

Rate: $23.50

Hours: 6:00am-6:30pm

Position Overview:

This position will require a self-directed, team-oriented individual, who demonstrates pride and ownership in his/her work and is willing to accept total responsibility for maintaining press area sanitation while assisting the Processing Team Member and/or Maintenance Technician whenever needs required. Advanced Processing Team Members, along with Processing Area Experts, will be responsible for BRC sanitation scores in their areas, and individuals in this position are expected to possess a good mechanical aptitude and use available time to train for future Processing openings.

Responsibilities:

• Routinely assist Processing Team Members with die changes, die washing and die repair.
• Assist Processing Team Members or Mechanics with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Load powder ingredients into Vacu-mix and perform cleaning and repairs of this equipment.
• Perform cleaning, preventive maintenance and spring replacements on bow tie machines.
• Operate RS view modules to make adjustments on presses, dryers and bulk-handling systems.
• Perform daily QA testing and properly document results.
• Ensure that work areas are clean, and that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) are full complied with.
• Ensure compliance with all safety programs and maintain hazard free work areas.
• Perform all press area sanitation including the following:
• Dust all overheads (piping, conduit, holding hoppers, etc.)
• Vacuum tops of dryers, electrical panels, etc.
• Clean, mop and sanitize die room and control room.
• Vacuum press platforms and catwalks.
• Clean under mixers and catwalks.
• Sweep under dryers, sweep and mop press area floors.
• Assist in mixer and dryer cleaning.

Supervision:

• Team Lead

Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills

• Must demonstrate good communications skills and be able to understand and interpret equipment training and procedures manuals.
• Must demonstrate basic math skills.
• Must possess a basic mechanical aptitude.  Previous food manufacturing experience or technical training would be beneficial.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills would be helpful.
• Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and HACCP programs.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret equipment drawing