Process Operator

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