Technical Operator
About the job
- Technical or vocational training or equivalent.
- One to three years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand technical manuals and troubleshoot machinery.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift materials as required.
- Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
- Operate and monitor automated or semi-automated production machinery according to standard operating procedures.
- Perform equipment setup, calibration, and changeovers.
- Perform in-process quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, make minor mechanical adjustments or repairs as needed, and escalate major issues to the maintenance team.
- Perform basic maintenance checks and preventive tasks to avoid unplanned downtime.
- Conduct pre-operation checks to ensure equipment functionality.
- Carry out routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain machine performance and workplace safety.
- Complete production logs, downtime reports, and other documentation accurately and on time.
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve complex equipment issues.
- Adhere to health and safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, and company policies.
- Support continuous improvement activities to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
- Participate in health and safety meetings, audits, and training as required.
- Participate in daily shift handovers and team briefings to communicate issues or updates.
- Train or mentor new and existing operators or temporary staff on equipment functionality and troubleshooting techniques.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation when problems occur.
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S, or Kaizen processes.
About the company
Riverside Natural Foods makes and distributes healthier snack products under the MadeGood brand, handling research, creation, manufacturing, marketing and selling. MadeGood snacks are developed through research and produced as consumer-ready packaged snacks with healthy ingredients. The company differentiates itself with B Corporation and Zero Waste certifications and by acting as a hub for ongoing innovation in healthy snacking, linking product quality to environmental and community impact. Its goal is to provide credible, healthier snack options while leaving a positive footprint on the environment and communities.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$8.5M
Headquarters
Vaughan, Canada
Founded
2013
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Amcor says AmFiber cuts virgin plastic 77% and adds curbside recyclability.
- Revelio Labs counted 27 active Riverside job postings in 2026, signaling ongoing hiring.
- MadeGood Trail Mix bars launched in Earth Month 2025, expanding beyond granola bars.
What critics are saying
- FDA classified the December 9, 2024 MadeGood recall as Class II in February 2025.
- Riverside traced metal contamination to an oven-conveyor brush bristle in 2024 production.
- Another contamination event would destroy MadeGood trust and threaten Riverside’s core brand.
What makes Riverside Natural Foods unique
- MadeGood’s certified-organic positioning still anchors Riverside’s brand in better-for-you snacks.
- Amcor’s April 3, 2025 AmFiber launch gives MadeGood a paper-based packaging edge.
- Riverside’s 711-employee platform supports national snack manufacturing and product development.
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Benefits
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Conference Attendance Budget
Professional Development Budget
RRSP matching or 401k matching
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Hybrid Work Options
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Stock Options
Company Equity
401(k) Retirement Plan
RRSP matching or 401k matching
Growth & Insights and Company News
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0%MadeGood's parent company, Riverside Natural Foods, has returned to full family ownership after its founding siblings bought back the stake held by Prelude Growth Partners. The three founders — Nima, Sahba and Salma Fotovat — reacquired the minority stake from the investor, though financial terms were not disclosed. The granola brand is now entirely controlled by the original founding family following the transaction.
Riverside Natural Foods, the parent company of MadeGood snacks, has returned to full family ownership after the founding family repurchased Prelude Growth Partners' minority stake. The transaction concludes a four-year partnership during which MadeGood increased net sales two-and-a-half fold. During the collaboration, MadeGood expanded to 40,000 retail doors globally, including every US state, and is now available in major retailers like Costco, Target, and Walmart. The brand's Granola Bites drive 50% of new consumer discovery. Co-founder Nima Fotovat credited Prelude Growth with helping build the leadership team, enter new US retail partners, and scale manufacturing. The Ontario-based company, founded in 2013, produces organic, allergy-friendly snacks and is certified as a B Corporation.
Riverside Natural Foods Ltd (home of MadeGood) returns to full family ownership following period of significant growth and successful partnership with Prelude Growth Partners. Sports · OCT 6, 2026 PR Newswire Founding family repurchases Prelude Growth's stake following four years of partnership that saw MadeGood scale into one of North America's largest and fast... Founding family repurchases Prelude Growth's stake following four years of partnership that saw MadeGood scale into one of North America's largest and fastest growing snacking brands NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Riverside Natural Foods Ltd (the parent company of MadeGood), one of the largest, fastest growing independent better-for-you snacking brands in North America, today announced that the family founders have repurchased the minority ownership stake held by Prelude Growth Partners ("Prelude Growth"), a leading consumer-focused growth private equity firm. The transaction returns the Company to full family ownership and concludes a successful partnership of more than four years with Prelude Growth during which MadeGood increased net sales two-and-a-half fold and expanded its presence significantly in the U.S. market. Prelude Growth, a consumer-focused growth private equity firm specializing in partnering with founder and family owned businesses in food, and other consumer goods and services categories, became MadeGood's first outside investor. The Fotovat family selected Prelude Growth for their shared vision for the brand and the Company's mission, and for the firm's deep operating experience across food and consumer businesses. Both parties conclude this partnership pleased with the outcome and in excellent standing with one another, given the success of the brand's growth since the investment. MadeGood started as a family business, and following this rapid growth with Prelude Growth, are looking forward to continuing a successful legacy as a family business with a long-standing future. "When we brought on our first outside partner, we were looking for people who believed in what we stood for and understood how to build a food brand the right way," said Nima Fotovat, Co-Founder. "Prelude Growth has been exactly that and we couldn't have dreamt of better partners. With their support and collaboration, we built out our leadership team, entered new retail partners in the U.S., invested in innovation and scaled our manufacturing footprint. We are deeply grateful for their partnership, and we're excited to carry that momentum forward." During the partnership, MadeGood grew into a North American household staple with the brand available in 40,000 retail doors globally including in every state in the U.S. The company expanded flavors of its signature, fan-favorite Granola Bites, which drive 50% of new consumer discovery. "The Fotovat family have built something rare: an exceptional brand with a clear mission, deeply loyal and passionate consumers and a culture that stayed true to its roots as it has scaled," said Neda Daneshzadeh, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Prelude Growth. "We're proud of what we accomplished together and grateful for the trust the family placed in us as their first partner. Returning the Company to full family ownership is a remarkable accomplishment and we look forward to watching what they do next." Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is a family-founded and purpose-driven maker of better-for-you snacks, headquartered in Ontario, Canada. At Riverside, we believe in leaving things better than we found them: be it the environment we inhabit, the people we encounter, or the communities we partner with. We're proud to be a Certified B Corporation(R), Zero Waste Certified, and a committed partner in addressing food insecurity. All of Riverside, including our flagship brand, MadeGood, are committed to enduring impact and inspiring a healthier and more compassionate world where access to good food is a reality for all. Learn more about us at riversidenaturalfoods.com. About MadeGood MadeGood Foods is the modern oat company leading better-for-you snacking in North America. Launched in 2013, MadeGood is proudly founded by a family who have a passion for doing good and are utterly obsessed with creating the most delicious snacks on the planet. The vertically integrated company is committed to creating a positive, genuine impact on the planet through organic and responsibly sourced ingredients. All of MadeGood's craveworthy snacks are allergy-friendly, Certified Organic, dye-free, and made with real, non-GMO ingredients. The rapidly growing brand is available in 35,000 U.S. stores nationwide and 40,000 stores globally, including retailers like Costco, Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Kroger, Sprouts, and online via Amazon. About Prelude Growth Partners Prelude Growth Partners is a leading consumer-focused growth equity firm that supports brands made for the new modern consumer. By partnering with founders and CEOs, Prelude Growth Partners provides deep category experience, value-added operational support, and a broad network to power the high potential, fast-growing consumer brands of tomorrow. Prelude Growth Partners seeks to make investments of $15 million to $100 million in each company, across branded consumer categories including food & beverage, health & wellness, beauty & personal care, pet and other consumer product and service companies. Representative past and current partner investments include: Bachan's, MadeGood, Amylu, So Good So You, Perelel, Blueland, Skin Pharm, Summer Fridays, Naturium, Sol de Janeiro, Banza, Fly By Jing, and Saltair. For additional information on Prelude Growth Partners, please visit www.preludegrowth.com. Media Contact Riverside Natural Foods Ltd (the parent company of MadeGood) Jennifer Bett Communications Prelude Growth Partners SOURCE Prelude Growth Partners Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. 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Riverside Natural Foods has collaborated with Amcor to introduce Riverside's MadeGood Trail Mix bars in Amcor's AmFiber paper-based packaging solution.
Riverside Natural Foods, Inc. preemptively issued a voluntary recall of 2,408,883 cases of MadeGood granola bars on Dec. 9, 2024.