Feeding Attendant

McConnell Foundation; Oakbank; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An internationally recognized company is seeking a dedicated Feeding Attendant to join their Oakbank facility. This role is essential for ensuring a smooth production process by managing raw materials and maintaining high-quality standards. You'll operate a forklift, handle inventory, and contribute to a clean and organized workspace. With a commitment to teamwork and growth, this position offers a supportive environment for career development. If you're organized, responsible, and ready to excel, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discounts on Berger products

Training and skills development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift and making quick decisions.
• Autonomous and rigorous work ethic with a team player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Plan and stage raw materials according to the daily production plan.
• Operate a forklift and maintain a clean work area.
• Update inventory tracking systems and organize leftover materials.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Decision Making

Teamwork

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Join Our Team! Feeding Attendant

Are you organized, responsible, and driven to excel? We are seeking a feeding attendant to ensure a continuous supply of the mix line, uphold high quality standards, and meet safety requirements at our OakBank facility. Your vigilance will help keep production running smoothly, and your role will be highly valued and recognized within our team.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan and stage raw materials according to the daily production plan;
2. Operate a forklift to pick up and drop off large bales of peat in the staging area;
3. Unwrap peat bales and deliver them to feeding equipment for processing in the mix line;
4. Adjust processes as needed to adhere to the production recipe;
5. Update inventory tracking systems;
6. Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift;
7. Organize leftover wood pallets for recycling or repair;
8. Operate a compactor to bale leftover plastics;

If you are interested in developing your career in a quality-focused environment and being part of an internationally recognized company for teamwork and growth, we look forward to meeting you at our Oakbank, Manitoba facilities!

Qualifications:

• Experience operating a forklift;
• Autonomous and rigorous work ethic;
• Team player mentality;
• Ability to make quick decisions;
• Availability to work day, evening, and night shifts;
• Basic computer skills (Windows environment).

Advantages and Benefits:

• Discounts on Berger products;
• Training and skills development;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Working Conditions:

• Student employment;
• 40 hours per week;
• Daytime schedule.

About Us:

Berger has been developing and marketing top horticultural mixes for over 60 seasons, supporting the growth of flowers, berries, market garden products in greenhouses, and more. At Berger, you will find a welcoming culture, a vibrant team, and an enriching environment. Learn more about us at our website.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities. Applications from women, minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. The use of masculine terms is for simplicity and gender neutrality.