Production Operator
Parttime: 0 hrs a week / CA$ 45000 - 55000 per year
Experience: 2-4 Years
Food Production
Introduction
Production Operator (2 Openings)
Location: Morrisburg, Ontario
What are you going to do
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor food processing equipment such as extraction systems, evaporators, spray dryers, and packaging machinery.
- Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot machinery and equipment to support efficient production runs.
- Perform general maintenance and repairs, resolving mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
- Monitor and control processing conditions (temperatures, pressures, flow rates, etc.) to ensure consistency and product quality.
- Conduct regular quality checks on raw materials, in-process product, and finished goods to meet specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of production, maintenance, machine settings, and inventory.
- Follow strict hygiene, workplace safety, food safety, and environmental protocols.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.
- Support waste management processes and ensure compliance with environmental and food safety standards.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, regulations, and equipment requirements.
Essential skills and knowledge
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma required; technical or university training in process technology is an asset.
- 3-5 years of experience in food or dairy manufacturing preferred.
- Proficiency in Japanese is highly preferred.
- Strong technical and mechanical aptitude; licensed Mechanic Millwright or equivalent trade certification is a strong asset for the maintenance-focused hire.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to read blueprints and equipment manuals.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and equipment operation.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, work in elevated areas (4 ft+), and occasionally in confined spaces.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required, and in varied environmental conditions (dust, noise, hot/cold).
- Welding certification, MRO/MRP familiarity, or food safety certification is a plus.
What we offer
Work Environment
- Variable ambient temperatures
- Wide range of food processing equipment
- Noise, hot surfaces, steam, and cleaning chemicals
- Nontoxic dust
Closing: February 08, 2026
