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Overview At Winland Foods, we believe great food starts with great peoplepeople who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day. As a Processing Team Member, youll play a vital role in keeping our production process running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. Youll 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 emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and a strong commitment to safety. Employee Type & Schedule Employee Type: Full time Location: ON Stoney Creek Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Fruit Processing Schedule: 8 hour shifts + occasional overtime, Monday to Friday shifts + occasional weekends rotating days & afternoons (some nights) Work Location: 944 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada Salary: $30.09 - 33.86/hour, shift premiums; overtime > 40 hours Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with match, AD&D, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 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 and daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and equipment changeovers. Ensure proper sanitation after changeovers. Execute advanced troubleshooting, pre-inspection checks, and complex changeovers. Monitor and optimize line performance. 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. Verify weight control, material accuracy, and product quality at multiple checkpoints. Minimize downtime and defects by leading the team in centerlining and monitoring line performance to spot issues early. Make real-time adjustments to prevent defects. Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation; complete sanitation steps during changeovers and maintain compliance documentation. Lead FSQ compliance in assigned area and mentor team on food safety and sanitation accountability. 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 and support training. Coordinate team activities, assign tasks, lead shift meetings, and train others in advanced operations. 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 initiatives and assist in reviewing production paperwork. Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues; act as 5S champion for area. Lead improvement projects, perform operator-based maintenance, and analyze downtime causes. Knowledge, Training and Experience Note: Information below reflects Education & Experience and Technical & Mechanical Skills as part of the role requirements. Where applicable, these reflect different levels of responsibility. Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required; 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. Technical & Mechanical Skills Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on production line equipment (e.g., cartoners, baggers, case packers, sealers, depalletizers, palletizers). For higher levels, demonstrate expert troubleshooting of high-speed processing equipment and strong understanding of theory of operation. Participate in Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency. Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve equipment irregularities. Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math; advanced levels require MII, WE systems, and line huddle measures interpretation. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Safety & Compliance Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations. Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed. Near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement. Must wear PPE as required and adhere to safety policies including lock-out/tag-out. Exposure to wet/humid conditions, moving parts, high areas, fumes, and other manufacturing risks as assigned. Teamwork, Communication & Leadership Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; work independently and in a team with a team-first mindset. Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members with increasing responsibility. Advanced levels lead projects and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision. Personal Attributes & Work Ethic Positive, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement. Physical Demands Stand/walk for extended periods; may involve climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping. Lift up to 50 lbs frequently; good hand-eye coordination and 20/20 corrected vision. Normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), color-differentiation for color-coded containers. Wear required PPE; follow safety policies; exposure to varying environmental conditions. EEO Statement Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr