Railcar Cleaner

At Winland Foods, our success starts with people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day. As a Railcar Cleaner, you’ll be at the center of our railcar operation, helping ensure railcar operations are prepared for loading and cleaning, performing inspections, and operating to the highest quality standards. This role is more than keeping things moving—it’s about working as part of a team that respects one another, values safety, and strives for continuous improvement. By upholding our commitment to excellence, you’ll play a vital role in making mealtime easier, safer, and more enjoyable for families everywhere. Employee Type: Full time Location: ND Minot Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Railcar Cleaner Job Description: Schedule : Monday – Friday, with additional overtime based on railcar schedules 2nd Shift: 4:00pm-12:30am Work Location: 5600 4th Ave NE, Minot, ND 58703 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. Salary , based on experience and other qualifications: $21.40 per hour and $0.15 per hour shift differential. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance : Operate basic railcar machinery Complete equipment changeovers and address operational issues quickly. Perform routine operation checks. 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. Knowledge, Training and Experience: Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing or food production. Forklift certification preferred (required for Advanced Level); willingness to obtain certification if not already held. 18+ years of age. Technical & Mechanical Skills: Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on equipment. Perform Winland Excellence CIL, centerlining, and line huddle activities to improve efficiency. Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve equipment irregularities. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Safety & Compliance: 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. Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement. Teamwork, Communication & Leadership: Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with a team-first mindset. Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels). Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision. Personal Attributes & Work Ethic: Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and flexibility to adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement. Physical Demands: Emplo…

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