Job Description

JOIN OUR ADVENTURE!

What came first, the chicken or the egg? We still don't know the answer, but we can share with you, the journey after...

L.H. Gray & Son is a national organization spanning British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, and we are passionate about eggs! All things eggs in fact, including shell eggs which we provide to grocery stores and foodservice providers, liquid and dried egg as an ingredient for culinary and industrial processing as well as producing a nutritious and delicious line of ready to eat, value added egg products. We are proudly Canadian with a long rich history of working with local family farms in bringing farm fresh eggs to our communities every day!

Our family values are a culturally diverse reflection of our Canadian heritage. We've been providing locally sourced food to Canadians since 1934! Our collection of unique perspectives and experiences sets us apart with the passion to drive performance.

As part of our values, our organization is constantly in search of innovation. Our state-of-the-art grading and processing equipment sets us apart and drives our commitment to lead the industry in sustainability, safety, and automation. In addition, our facilities are food safe certified ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and quality.

We are looking for egg enthusiasts who are interested in more than just a job. You are on the hunt for a rewarding career where you'll make a difference and continue your learning journey. In addition to a rewarding career, you can rest assured that your journey won't be cut short! Our team members enjoy additional perks such as job security, comprehensive group benefits, an employee assistance program, RSP program, scholarship, and bursary programs!

As a member of our team, you can expect to contribute fresh perspectives, share new and exciting ideas, participate in growth opportunities, build our diverse and inclusive culture, and so much more! Opportunities are only limited by your imagination!

We look forward to hearing from you and learning how you will grow with us and contribute to our ever-evolving team of egg enthusiasts!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain the egg grading machine to ensure it is in good, safe working order for continuous production, visually inspecting components while running and troubleshooting any problems that are detected Maintain other company equipment and machinery including mobile equipment React promptly to problems with the machine and resolve breakdowns quickly and efficiently Perform the pre-start procedure and start the machine up pre-production to ensure everything is ready for the 6:00am start time Shut down the machine post-production and ensuring everything is ready for the Sanitation Crew Maintain & follow the preventative maintenance program designed to keep down time to a minimum Assist in ensuring there is an adequate supply of spare parts to replace broken or worn-out machine parts Fill in for Machine Operators to assist with running the machine during lunch and break periods Assist others wherever needed to ensure continual running of the machine Operating mobile equipment as required Follow established HACCP (Food Safety), biosecurity, and health and safety procedures Keeping work area clean and tidy and free of hazards Inform Plant Manager of any workplace hazards or conditions that could affect food safety Do not remove or make ineffective any protective devises required by the employer or by the regulations. Do not use or operate any equipment or work in a way that may endanger any worker Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Journeyman Millwright preferred, Apprentices, Electricians, and those with equivalent to journeyman millwright experience will be considered 3+ years maintenance experience maintaining processing and packaging line equipment in a production environment is preferred Equipment Operator's Certification to operate the forklift and pallet jack, or the ability to obtain certifications Experience following preventative maintenance programs and documenting work as it is completed. Experience using computer based preventative maintenance systems an asset Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal) and excellent mathematical skills Strong mechanical aptitude and skill at troubleshooting machinery is a must Able to provide clear, concise general instructions for team effectiveness Must be able to communicate and work well with others, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently with little supervision Must be able to follow set procedures and efficiently and effectively prioritize and organize work Maintenance Technicians rely on others to see and hear problems as they occur, therefore they must be able to carefully coach and encourage staff to gain understanding about the nature of a problem Excellent problem-solving skills (observing the problem, deciding the cause, and then working out the most effective way to resolve it) Able to react quickly to problems as they arise to minimize production down time Able to apply the information found in manuals, which often only offer instruction guidelines Able to independently bring forth innovative ideas and suggestions to improve production and/or the work environment Possesses good hand-eye coordination and dexterity needed when using tools to make adjustments to the machine and when handling product and equipment Able to get into different physical positions as required to perform equipment maintenance Able to lift 50 lbs

ABOUT GOLDEN VALLEY

Started by Mr. Peter Funk in 1950, Golden Valley is the largest grading station and wholesaler of shell and processed eggs in the British Columbia market. Today, ownership of Golden Valley Foods Ltd. is jointly shared by Fresh Start Food (2006) Corp., a local business owned by B.C. egg producers and L.H. Gray & Son Limited, a leader in the Canadian egg production and processing market. For more information, please visit our company website at: https://www.goldenvalley.com/history.php

Golden Valley welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we continue do our best to ensure we are protecting the safety of our employees, customers, and business operations as much as possible.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44.34-$47.68 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care RRSP match
Application question(s):

How many years of maintenance experience do you have?
Licence/Certification:

Red Seal Electrician Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person