Job Machine Operator in Madoc

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Job Scope:

Reporting to the Packaging Manager, this position operates Filling / Packaging equipment, as well as provides relief coverage in other areas of the plant.

Key Responsibilities:

· Operate Packaging Machines in the Packaging department

· Monitor and perform routine checks of systems to ensure lines are running smoothly.

· Interact with maintenance and supervisory staff regarding any production issues

· Complete documentation of GMPs, H&S and HACCP related items

· Daily input of production details into DAX

· Maintain accurate and detailed packaging records and perform line checks as required

· Cross-train to learn how to use equipment and machinery in various areas of the plant

· Provide relief coverage for other machine operators/plant helpers

· Food Safety & Quality responsibility as outlined in SOPs & other training materials provided and accurate record keeping

· Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems

· Responsible for respective Critical Control Points as outlined in the facilities HACCP manual

· Attend prescribed courses/training

· Other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications:

· Working knowledge of GMPs and HACCP, including excellent sanitary habits is required

· Minimum 1 years of machine operating experience, preferably in a food or beverage environment

· Mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting ability

· Good communication/interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team

· Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task

· Physically capable of performing the demands of the job

· Must be punctual and diligent

· Computer skills and experience working with automated machinery

· Flexible to cover various shifts, vacation or illness relief as required

Working Environment:

Extended exposure to noise, cold temperatures and a wet environment. Exposure to sharp objects is frequent (knives). Continuous exposure to hazardous machines, moving objects (forklifts) and frequent interruptions. Occasional exposure to a congested workspace, odour, interruptions and chemical substances.

Physical Demands:

Standing for extended lengths of time, frequent walking and moderate climbing and crouching. Frequent lifting up to 12 kg for the Line Operator and 25 kg for the Cutter. Also frequent pushing, pulling, and reaching.

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese and Hewitt’s Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

Delivering high quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth™ Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese™, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.

For more about us visit: http://www.gaylea.com

Gay Lea Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.

Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

Wishing you all the best with your career search!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Madoc, ON K0K 2K0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

  • Are you comfortable with a 5:30-6am start time Monday to Friday?

Experience:

  • machine operator: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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About Gay Lea Foods

CEO: Michael Barrett
Revenue: $100 to $500 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Self-employed
Website: www.gaylea.com\