Machine Operator - Delta, Canada - Food4Change a division of Specialty Distributing

Food4Change a division of Specialty Distributing

Verified Company

Delta, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Summary
The Machine Operator works as part of a team to meet the daily production goals. They must complete one or more tasks that are part of product creation, finishing, inspecting or palletizing. They must report any problems or discrepancies to their supervisor. Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) is required.

The Machine Operator has at least 3 years experience and has knowledge and understanding of complicated machinery such as a blow molder.

Reporting Relationships
The machine operator will report to their assigned supervisor and also take direction from line leads.

They are expected to interact with other members of the leadership team, Quality Assurance department and staff as required to carry out their duties.

All associates must work together as a team and ensure they are following all aspects of the Employee Code of Conduct at all times and if unclear they are to report to their immediate supervisor.

Key Responsibilities
Duties as described, included but not limited to the following:

Starting up, setting up and stopping equipment
Maintain a clean and safe work environment that is free of debris. Cleaning production area
Sweep, mop, and remove debris
Feed or place items onto equipment for processing
Measure, pour or mix ingredients
Cleaning, sanitizing equipment and machinery per QA standards and policies;
Mixing chemicals per manufacturer's specifications and following safe chemical handling;
Ensure conformance to specifications.
Pull damaged or nonconforming product off the line.
Record data.
Take instructions from supervisors, line leads and Quality Assurance.
Perform product Quality Control Checks.
Openly communicates with coworkers to inform them of anything unusual or potentially dangerous
Assume additional responsibilities as assigned.
Adhere to GMPs, SQF and HACCP written Program.
Follows and complies with all company health and safety rules & Provincial Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
Follows and complies with all SQF/HACCP/GMP (Food Safety) protocols, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Attention to detail and produce timely results
Ability to work effectively in a team
A gogetter attitude

Knowledge and Skills

High school diploma (Grade 12 or GED) required;
WHMIS understanding and knowledge required;
Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading and writing). Employees may require English comprehension testing to confirm skill.

Working Conditions

May require overtime on occasion when approved by supervisor;
Requires physical fitness and mobility in the plant environment;
Ability to lift up to pounds from ground to waist
Some reaching and lifting over shoulder (20lbs);
A tolerance for hot temperatures; dusty environments;
A tolerance for high volume areas, working with loud machinery whilst using the proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time while doing repetitive tasks
A tolerance to working with diluted chemicals safely and wear appropriate PPE for extended periods of time.