KIT Production - Dough Mixer A

Dare Foods Limited; Kitchener; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Dough Mixers for afternoon and night shifts. This role requires agility and precision to meet the rapid production pace while ensuring food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a background in manufacturing, preferably in food production. Join a company that values its employees with a comprehensive rewards package, including health benefits and career development opportunities. If you are passionate about teamwork and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Reward and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is beneficial.
• Strong English communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the start-up and review of mixing schedules.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections on mixers.
• Monitor bulk scaling system for accuracy.

Skills

Agility and precision

Clear communication

Team player

Strong people skills

Food safety awareness

Ability to lift heavy items

Education

OSSD or equivalency (GED)

Job description

Company Overview

Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise. Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are now headquartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing plants and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

Overview

We are recruiting for full-time Dough Mixers on the afternoon & night shift. Starting wage begins at $19.14 per hour with progression rate.

Key Ingredients

• Lead the start-up and review of mixing schedules
• Thoroughly conduct pre-operational inspections on mixers before commencing
• Follow mixing procedures according to the formula sheet
• Ensure all documentation is complete
• Ensure all variances to the formula are reported to the Supervisor
• Ensure to put all ingredients in the mixer following the formula
• Check and document every dough temperature, time and initial
• Monitor bulk scaling system for accuracy during the shift
• Keep work area clean and tidy throughout shift and clean up after shift
• Dump garbage when required
• Work closely with Machine operator and Leadhand
• Inform Leadhand of any quality issues immediately
• Ensure that all employees are aware of their responsibilities specific to food safety, legality and quality
• Adhere to all applicable job procedures as outlined in SOP manual

Recipe for Success

• Demonstrate agility and precision to align with the rapid production pace
• Previous experience in the same role would be beneficial
• Skilled in clear and impactful communication
• Punctual and team player
• You have strong people skills—you’re approachable, a good listener, and empathetic
• You have previously worked in a manufacturing environment (even better if it was food manufacturing!)
• You’re dedicated to the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues
• Candidates must have strong English language communications skills (verbal and written), be able to lift awkward and heavy items and must provide an OSSD or equivalency (GED) when applying.

Additional Information

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.