This position will require a self-directed, team-oriented individual who will take pride and ownership in their work and is willing to accept total responsibility for the maintenance and sanitation of the semolina delivery system. This position has responsibility for the cleanliness and operation of equipment including silos, blowers, sifters, and roller mill.

This position will be responsible for AIB and BRC readiness in all assigned areas. This position will require a Team Oriented attitude to ensure that plant safety, quality, food safety, and operational goals are achieved.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

MO St Louis

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Quality Technician

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

Ownership of the semolina delivery system 

Areas and equipment must be kept in optimal operational condition and tour and audit ready 

Perform preventative maintenance and general repair work on semolina delivery systems to identify and eliminate system leaks 

Direct responsibility for compliance with the Master Sanitation Schedule for the semolina delivery areas and submit daily work assignment sheets 

Assist with Food Safety and 5S audits regularly to ensure compliance and high standards as required by our Good Manufacturing Practices  

Ensure compliance with all safety programs by maintaining a hazard free work area and adhering to all OSHA requirements  

Maintain and clean semolina delivery equipment including delivery lines, couplings, socks, sifters, and mixers. 

Use and understand the mixing of chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing equipment. 

Periodically work in confined areas such as interior of semolina silos, dryers and product silos, etc. 

Perform general structural cleaning of walls, floors, vents, lights, pipes, ceilings and windows. 

Perform all other tasks assigned.  

 

Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills 

High School Diploma or GED required 

Must demonstrate effective communication skills and be able to understand and interpret equipment training and policy manuals 

Demonstrate basic math skills 

Work independently and on a team 

Possess a good understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP  

Llift to 20 lbs on a frequent basis and be able to lift up to 55 lbs unassisted on an infrequent basis 

Work above ground floor elevations and in environments above 90 degrees continuously 

Operate a variety of sanitation equipment as necessary (i.e., automatic floor scrubbing equipment, high pressure washers, vacuums, hand jacks and man lifts) 

Work in confined areas on an infrequent basis 

Use a variety of power and hand tools 

Understand the mixing of cleaning chemicals 

Familiarity with formal safety procedures to maintain the work environment's safety 

Vision for detailed cleaning and be able to hear audible alarms and verbal communication in noisy environments 

Must be able to stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb on a semi-frequent basis. 

 

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.