Food Processing Technologist – Dairy Production

CanMar Recruitment; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Surrey is hiring a Food Processing Technician – Dairy Production. You will operate and monitor equipment to ensure efficient and safe food processing. Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing, strong troubleshooting skills, and a technical diploma or equivalent experience. This position offers competitive compensation and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in high-paced environments.
• Possesses an HTST license or able to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment using HMI systems.
• Perform operational adjustments and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ensure safety systems and interlocks are functioning correctly.

Skills

Fluent in HMI systems

Strong understanding of instrumentation

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

destinationone Consulting is proud to exclusively partner with PMF Brands (Nanak Foods), who is hiring a Food Processing Technician – Dairy Production for their Surrey, BC facility.

About Nanak Foods

From modest beginnings, PMF Brands (Nanak Foods) is now North America’s largest processor of traditional dairy-based South Asian foods. Established in 1997, Nanak Foods specializes in the manufacturing of paneer cheese, ghee (clarified butter), yogurt and various dairy-based appetizers and desserts. Nanak Foods manufacturing facilities are CFIA, FDA and EU approved and have Safe Quality Food (SQF) level 3 certification ensuring continual monitoring for quality, safety and legality.

The Food Processing Technician – Dairy Production is an essential member of the Nanak’s food processing operation and is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting dairy processing equipment with a focus on instrumentation, automation, and HMI systems. Ensures efficient and safe food processing in compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment using HMI systems and automated controls.
• Perform operational adjustments and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation issues.
• Calibrate and verify instrumentation (sensors, valves, temperature/flow devices).
• Monitor process parameters and product quality; make real-time adjustments.
• Ensure safety systems and interlocks are functioning correctly.
• Maintain accurate production and troubleshooting logs.
• Follow GMP, food safety, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Requirements

• Fluent in HMI systems and automated control interfaces.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and process automation.
• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial automation or food processing.
• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in high‑paced, hot/cold environments.
• Possesses an HTST license or is able to obtain one as required.

About destinationone Consulting

destinationone Consulting is a North America–based strategic recruitment, executive search, and HR advisory firm serving purpose‑led organizations across high‑impact industries. Our sector expertise spans CleanTech, Education and EdTech, Health and Med Tech, Healthcare and Wellness, Government (Municipal, State, and Federal), Non Profit, Sustainability and other public sector domains.

How to Apply

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