Continuos process operator

The Process Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. A successful applicant will be responsible for safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining high quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Actively promote a work environment where the level of knowledge within all departments, relative to Safety, Efficiency, Good Manufacturing Practices, and related regulations and policies is developed and maintained.

• Provide ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjustment of the process.

• Provide support for the Quality Department for in-process testing, to ensure that products are both safe and of uniform quality. Ensure that good manufacturing practices are followed, and the product meets customer specifications.

• Function on a self-directed basis within cross-functional work teams to problem-solve or improve processes and procedures. Identify opportunities for improvement; develop appropriate recommendations, implement action plans, and follow up to assure effective results.

• Understand and integrate business and technical needs into all activities.
• Completion of pre-employment testing of all candidates is required.

• Perform any other duties as required.

Position type and expected hours of work
Full-time position and ability to work rotational shifts in a continuous operation facility and overtime may be required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Work Environment:

• Ability to perform work of varying physical demand, including extremes of posture, temperature, and height.

Education and experience:

• Post-secondary education, focusing on Chemical Processing or Mechanical Discipline preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery if required, including rail movement and other powered industrial vehicles (Additional training will be provided to successful candidates).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to manage an important function in a complex plant environment, including strong conceptual, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must have the capability to interact effectively at all levels of management.
• Demonstrated high degree of sound judgment, resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation in handling complex technical assignments with minimal supervision

Additional eligibility qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to working in a safe working environment, including a working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety or applicable provincial legislation.
• General computer literacy skills with knowledge of spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, SAP, and database applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge and experience in both HACCP and ISO standards would be an asset

Relocation Available? No

Job Grade: Local

Relocation Available:

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and an employer funded health spending account as well as multiple retirement savings products.