Processing Operator

As a Processing Operator, you will be an integral part of the production team, ensuring the seamless operation and efficiency of our processing and packaging departments. You will be expected to rotate within various process departments, participate in break relief, and adapt to production requirements, which may include deployment to other process or packaging areas.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ON Stoney Creek

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Processing Operator

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Department Rotation & Flexibility: Participate in break relief and rotate within different process departments. Be ready to be deployed to other process or packaging departments as per production needs.
• Quality Inspections: Conduct SAP (Enterprise Resource Planning software system) quality inspections to ensure compliance with customer, legal, and internal standards.
• Sanitation: Perform sanitation duties for both process and packaging equipment to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Equipment Maintenance: Carry out preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for process equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate production documentation and SAP quality reporting. Collaborate with support departments such as Quality Assurance to utilize these tools for adjustments and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety policies and regulations. Actively participate in Health & Safety initiatives to foster a safe working environment.
• Quality Standards: Understand and comply with HACCP, Sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) policies and procedures. Proactively engage in improvement initiatives.
• Work Area Maintenance: Keep your work area organized and safe. Initiate and participate in efforts to enhance the manufacturing appearance.
• Efficiency Optimization: Maximize production efficiency by fine-tuning equipment and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an asset
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and sanitation procedures is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Ability to lift 50 lbs continuously

This role is essential in maintaining the quality and efficiency of our production processes, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and dedicated to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

We cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time.  Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive.   The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description.  The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business need.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Winland Foods Canada, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at 365-675-2562 if you require assistance. 

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.