Contract Operator PT

Agropur; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join Agropur as a Machine Operator in Edmonton, ensuring the production of quality dairy products. This temporary, flexible role requires adaptability across shifts and is ideal for individuals who prioritize safety and quality in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand written specifications and instructions.
• Flexibility to perform routine tasks and suggest alternatives.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of safe, legal, and quality products.
• Participate in continuous improvement processes.
• Report any quality, regulatory, or legality issues.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Invest in you , JOIN AGROPUR in Edmonton. We dairy you !

Whether you’re starting your career or are ready for a new challenge in a stimulating and collaborative workplace , your next professional challenge as a Machine Operator is right here !

• Rate of pay: $26.82 hourly
• This is a CONTRACT role expected to end 12/31/2025.
• Schedules will vary week to week. Candidates must have flexibility in their availability and able to work all shifts (days/afternoons/nights) and up to 36-40 hours/week.

What’s involved in the Machine Operator r o le:

• Assist in the production of safe, legal and quality products that meet customer, corporate, audit and government requirements/specifications.
• Aim for continuous improvement at all times by participating in root cause analysis, management meetings, AIP discussions and VPM or HACCP discussions as requested.
• New employees shall attend food safety, quality and process control orientation training and at minimum yearly training after that (and when changes are made or refresher training is required.). Training will include the following job specific requirements: job/task performance, company food safety and quality policies and procedures, GMPs, regulatory compliance, cleaning and sanitation procedures, HACCP overview and specific roles in the HACCP plan, biosecurity and food defense, product quality and grading, chemical control, hazard communication, foodborne pathogens, allergen management and emergency preparedness ).
• For Handling Quality, Regulatory, Legality and Food safety issues, the employee shall notify a Production Supervisor or a member of the Quality Assurance team. They will observe the issue and help investigate the cause where possible. Together with the employees, a solution will be determined and shall be implemented.
• The Quality Assurance team shall determine the final amount of non-conforming product to put on hold for further evaluation or disposal.
• The Quality Assurance team shall determine the disposition of all finished product (ie: release, hold, hard hold, rework, disposal).
• All employees responsible for completing process controls shall follow corporate and in-house procedures on their completion and document control.
• All deviations shall be reviewed by the area Supervisor, who will ultimately determine the correct corrective action to take and will sign off on each deviation to ensure that they are corrected.

What you need to join our Edmonton team:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• The ability to read and understand written specifications and instructions.
• The ability to work with others and give good direction as required.
• The ability to be cross trained in different production areas as per required.

REASONING ABILITY

• The ability to perform routine tasks, while remaining alert and flexible.
• The ability to problem solve and suggest alternatives as required.
• The ability to be cross trained in different areas as per required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Bending, twisting and some heavy lifting,
• Standing for long periods
• Some repetitive movement required at times
• Following standard operating procedures.
• Good health and stamina
• The ability to work steadily and safely in a fast paced environment
• Working safely on a ladder is often required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• A full range of temperatures along with areas of high decibels.
• The environment may consist of dry and wet locations with the possibility of becoming slippery.
• Working with cleaning chemicals is a job requirement.

We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR in Edmonton as a Machine Operator!

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.