Entry Sanitation Team Member

At Winland Foods, our commitment to Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration shapes everything we do—from the food we make to the people who make it possible. As a Sanitation Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, clean, and high-performing production environment. You’ll guide daily sanitation activities, support line employees, and help ensure our facility meets the highest standards of food safety and quality. Acting as a trusted partner to the Sanitation Supervisor, you’ll model the values that define Winland—leading by example, fostering teamwork, and respecting the well-being of every employee.

About the role

This is more than maintaining cleanliness—it’s about protecting the integrity of our products, supporting the success of your team, and contributing to Winland’s mission of delivering food experiences that delight consumers and earn their trust.

Schedule

5:30 AM - 4:00 PM Monday-Friday

Pay

$22.00 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with match
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life insurance
• HSA, FSA
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal services
• Critical Illness insurance

Responsibilities

• Assists with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities.
• Ensures equipment is clean and food safe.
• Understand and follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
• Assist with chemical inventory control following FIFO practices.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Prepare accurate written documentation.
• Participate in 5S efforts.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation preferred.
• 18+ years of age.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others at the worksite regarding work matters, mostly conducted in English.
• Ability to understand and respond to oral communications, written information, safety instructions, and communicate in writing as needed.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members.
• Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 90% of shift).
• Frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
• 20/20 corrected vision, normal hearing, and ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers.
• Wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations depending on the area assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.