Job Description

Position Summary:

The Process Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the Shift Lead & Production Supervisor. Under general direction, the Process Operator is responsible for manufacturing the Company's products to the required specifications, according to the company's quality systems and health & safety procedures.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensuring the quality and safety of all products produced

Responsible for manufacturing product(s) according to the required specifications and SOP's.

Ensure proper ingredients and appropriate quantities are used through weighing and measuring and checking the raw ingredients

Is responsible for operating the production equipment during manufacturing either individually or in a team

Record data relating to the process, quantities, etc.

Maintain a clean environment according to regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Responsible for setting up the equipment, calibration of the measuring instruments and operation & cleaning of the equipment

Work from written or verbal instructions, diagrams or models

Receive and work from directions directly from the shift supervisor

Oversee machine operations and finished product according to SOPs

Where possible, determine and correct machine malfunctions, or reports malfunctions to the Production Supervisor or maintenance for advice and correction

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning as per the requirements

Follow SOPs, production processes and quality system control standards

Ensure production meets scheduled requirements specified for the shift

Ensure that products are produced to meet their required specifications

Qualifications:

A minimum of high school education - Grade 12

Skills Required:

Self-starter, motivated, enthusiastic and flexible

Adept at following instructions and processes

Able to multi-task and complete required tasks during the shift

Able to work individually and in a team, a strong team player

Sound organization and planning skills, able to complete more than one task at a time

Can communicate well verbally and written

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Experience:

Prior work experience in a food, pharmaceutical or beverage manufacturing company, is an asset

Standards & Expectations:

In depth knowledge & understanding of production processes, procedures and policies

Follow procedures and standards determined

Communication

Record information clearly and concisely

Interact with the Supervisors on the daily operations

Ability to work in a team and independently

Responsible for own duties and tasks

A strong understanding of the bigger picture - has a sense of commitment to the department and the company - understands that the tasks within this position play an important role and participate to the success of the company

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Observe all areas of the plant - requiring climbing, walking, lifting

Frequently standing, walking, sitting, lifting, talking, hearing, eye/hand/foot co-ordination

Exposed to a wet/noisy/vibrating/hazardous environment

Required vision - distance and ability to see colour

Required to consistently lift up to 22.7 kgs (50 lbs)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person