Summary:

The Production Operators responsibility is to perform tasks involving physical labour at a production plant, operate a variety of hand and power tools, measuring/processing materials from raw material to a cooked product and following all safety protocols and workplace polices.

Core Competencies:

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Accountability and dependability
• Ethics and integrity
• Food Safety
• Following laws, rules and regulations
• Time management

Job Duties:

• Operate and tend to automated processing equipment
• Connect fittings, pipes and equipment to configure processing set ups
• Mark, record and report defects
• Clean and perform GMP and preparation of work-site
• Operate, read and maintain all quality control and food safety devices and procedures
• Operate, read and maintain all air monitoring and other sampling devise when working in confined spaces and/or hazardous environments
• Load, unload, and identify materials, machinery and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications
• Perform all work to organizational standards to ensure final product meets quality standards.
• Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills. Must speak, read and write English.
• Highly flexible, with good interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Work effectively as part of a team to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to stand, bend, and reach for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs continuously throughout the day.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Commitment to accuracy and detail oriented.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1-year of production work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferable with related products or food products
• High school diploma/GED
• First Aid training preferred
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills and leadership skills
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Fluent English (reading/speaking/writing)

Work Conditions:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday availability 3:00pm-11:30pm
• Standing, bending, lifting throughout the day
• Able to lift at least 50lbs
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime as required
• Production floor safety issues
• Ability to work independently, as well as being a strong team player
• Have good attendance and safety record