Extrusion Press Operator

American Italian Pasta Company; Excelsior Springs (MO); On-site; USD 27,560 - 39,252; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

American Italian Pasta Company in Excelsior Springs is looking for an Extrusion Press Operator to oversee the operation and maintenance of equipment. This full-time role involves a 12-hour shift schedule focusing on safe food production practices.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in manufacturing, and knowledge of safety regulations. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Forklift certification preferred; willing to obtain if not held.
• Knowledge of GMP, SQF, HACCP, FSMA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment operations and maintenance activities.
• Inspect products for labeling and processing.
• Follow food safety policies and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Forklift operation

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

Extrusion Press Operator

Position Information

Location: 1000 Italian Way, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024. Employee Type: Full time. Job Type: Production Group.

Schedule: 12‑hour shifts on a 2/2/3 rotation (work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days; then the opposite the next week). Training Hours: 6:00am to 6:30pm (Days), When fully trained: 6:00pm to 6:30am (Nights).

Compensation: $24.25 per hour Day Shift plus $1.50 Shift Differential Night Shift.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Perform and oversee equipment operations and maintenance activities, including forklift driving, die changes, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive upkeep for manufacturing and processing systems. Complete equipment changeovers and address operational issues quickly. Use SAP, IQS, MII and Weaver to keep processing flowing. Monitor equipment performance and ensure efficient, safe, continuous operation across all systems. Perform routine operation checks.
• 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.
• Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance: Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA and company food safety policies. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training: Assist team members, adapt to operational changes and contribute to productivity, safety and quality goals.
• 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 efforts.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing or food production. Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not held.
• Technical & Mechanical Skills: Operate, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on production line equipment (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. Perform Winland Excellence CIL, centrelining and line huddle activities. Mechanical aptitude to resolve equipment irregularities. Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners and basic math. Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems and interpreting line huddle measures. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Safety & Compliance: Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations. Commitment to company safety policies. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift and climb as needed. Must have near and far visual acuity, some colour perception and full hand/arm movement.
• Teamwork, Communication & Leadership: Communicate effectively in English. Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Provide training, guidance and feedback to team members. Advanced levels lead projects and support initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Personal Attributes & Work Ethic: Positive attitude, dependable, self‑motivated, willing to work overtime or weekends. Strong problem‑solving, attention to detail, multitasking, flexibility. Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

Stand and walk for extended periods. Frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently. Good hand‑eye coordination, motor skills and 20/20 corrected vision. Normal hearing and vision, ability to distinguish colours for colour‑coded containers. Wear required PPE and follow all safety policies including lock‑out/tag‑out, safe lifting techniques, etc. Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks and vibrations.

Benefits

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

EEO Statement

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.