Bulk Loader Material Handler

Philadelphia Macaroni Co.; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 42,697 - 57,767; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

STD/LTD/AD&D/Life

HSA, FSA, EAP

Hospital indemnity

Accident Insurance

Identity and Fraud Protection Plan

Legal

Critical Illness

Job summary

Winland Foods Bulk Loader Material Handler position in Minot, ND. Full-time production role on 2nd shift, with a $24.15/hour base and a $0.50 shift differential. Location: 5600 4th Ave NE, Minot, ND; Monday–Friday, weekends as needed. Salary: $24.15 per hour plus $0.50 shift differential for 2nd shift.

Role emphasizes operating rail and truck equipment, sanitation, and adherence to food safety standards while using SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to track inventory and quality results.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or food production experience.
• Forklift certification preferred (required for advanced level); willingness to obtain certification.
• Age 18 or older.
• Mechanical aptitude for operating, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Basic SAP, hand scanners, and basic math; advanced MII and WE systems for higher levels.
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Teamwork, leadership, training ability; capable of leading improvement projects.
• Lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk up to 90% of shift; color-coded container handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain rail and truck machinery; perform routine operation checks.
• Execute equipment changes, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs; sanitize after changes.
• Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver to manage packaging, inventory, shipments, and quality data.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA and food safety policies; maintain cleanliness.
• Lead FSQ compliance in area; mentor on food safety and sanitation.
• Coordinate team activities; assign tasks, lead shift meetings, train others.
• Participate in 5S efforts; act as 5S champion; lead improvement projects and operator maintenance.
• Complete basic production paperwork; report issues to supervisors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Team leadership

Training ability

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

IQS

MII

Weaver

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Hand scanners

Job description

Bulk Loader Material Handler – Minot, ND

At Winland Foods, we strive for excellence, quality, integrity, respect, and collaboration. The Bulk Loader Material Handler operates rail and truck equipment, ensuring high-quality standards and supporting safe, efficient operations.

Job Summary

Full‑time production position located at 5600 4th Ave NE, Minot, ND. Monday‑Friday, weekends as needed. Salary: $24.15 per hour plus $0.50 shift differential for 2nd shift.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain rail and truck machinery; perform routine operation checks and preventive maintenance.
• Execute equipment changeovers, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs; ensure proper sanitation after changeovers.
• Use SAP, IQS, MII, and Weaver systems to keep packaging flowing and record inventory, shipments, and quality results.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA and company food safety policies; maintain cleanliness and sanitation; complete sanitation steps during changeovers.
• Lead FSQ compliance in assigned area; mentor team members on food safety and enforce sanitation accountability.
• Coordinate team activities; assign tasks, lead shift meetings, and train others in advanced operations.
• Participate in 5S efforts; act as 5S champion; lead improvement projects, perform operator‑based maintenance, and analyze downtime causes.
• Accurately complete basic production paperwork and report issues to supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Forklift certification preferred (required for advanced level); willingness to obtain certification.
• Age 18 or older.
• Mechanical aptitude for operating, troubleshooting, and performing minor repairs on equipment.
• Basic proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills; advanced proficiency in MII and WE systems for higher levels.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Teamwork, leadership, and training ability; ability to develop and lead improvement projects.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand and walk up to 90% of shift, carry, reach, and use color‑coded containers.

Physical Demands and Safety

• Stand, walk, climb, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach, twist, turn, and stoop for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. frequently; maintain good hand‑eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.
• Must have normal hearing and vision; must distinguish colors for color‑coded containers.
• Must wear required PPE and follow safety policies, including lock‑out/tag‑out.
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations based on area assigned.

EEO Statement

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The company 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, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.