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. This role acts as a trusted partner to the Sanitation Supervisor, modeling Winland’s values, 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.

Location: 1801 N 36th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Employee Type: Full time
Schedule: Tues - Sat, 7:00am - 4:30pm
Pay: $21.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities, ensuring equipment is clean and food-safe.
• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on sanitation equipment.
• Follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
• Assist with chemical inventory control following FIFO practices.
• Communicate sanitation results to other teams within the plant.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies; maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Make recommendations for improving plant cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
• Assist with SOP development and training; facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
• Prepare accurate written documentation and participate in 5S efforts.
• Assist in reviewing sanitation paperwork and work with supervisors to develop solutions to issues.
• Act as 5S champion for your area.

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.
• 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 in English, including understanding and responding to oral and written communications, and 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 (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 vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers.
• Wear all required PPE according to the 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.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hospital indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal services
• Critical Illness coverage