Machine Operator

Factor_; Calgary; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Shift premiums for afternoon/overnight

75% discount on HelloFresh box

Job summary

Factor_ in Calgary, Alberta, is hiring a Machine Operator to join our Production and Maintenance Team. You will operate equipment, follow automation and preventive maintenance programs, and help minimize downtime while completing routine production tasks.

You will work on grinding, extracting, mixing, cooking, packaging and other processing steps, set up equipment safely, run inspections, document production reports, and troubleshoot issues.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Education in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience.
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience operating machinery in a food processing, manufacturing or service industry.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods, including bending, twisting and walking.
• Willing to work in refrigerated environment (0°C to 4°C).
• Willing and able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Strong attention to detail for food safety and quality deviations.
• English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and execute automation and preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Guide a team of helpers to ensure on-time, in-full production with quality standards.
• Ensure automated equipment meets Food Safety, GMP and Health and Safety policies.
• Operate machines to grind, extract, mix, blend, cook, pack or process food/beverage products.
• Perform pre- and post-inspection of packaging equipment and calibrate machines.
• Set up equipment safely and accurately; complete required documentation and production reports.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and adjust processes based on upstream/downstream needs.
• Maintain department inventory and accurate documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team guidance

Food safety awareness

Documentation skills

English communication

Education

Mechanical/Electro-Mechanical Diploma

Job description

Location: 4951 - 110 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 4:00pm (flexibility required as days and shifts can change)

About The Role

As a Machine Operator you will work within our Production and Maintenance Team to operate equipment, perform the automation and preventative maintenance programs at our facilities, and work to ensure operation downtime is kept to a minimum along with routine production activities.

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure all required efficiencies are achieved and maintained.
• Assist and give guidance to a team of helpers to ensure production runs are being completed on time, in full, while ensuring quality standards are being met.
• Work with our Food Safety and Sanitation teams to ensure all automated equipment is meeting regulatory standards.
• Operate machines to grind, extract, mix, blend, cook, pack or otherwise process food or beverage products
• Perform pre and post inspection of packaging equipment using the appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals, in addition to machine calibration.
• Accurately set up equipment and ensure proper and safe operation.
• Complete required documentation and run production reports.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures to ensure Production downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Continuously monitor and adjust the process based on upstream and downstream production needs.
• Maintain and store department inventory, including consumables and keep accurate documentation.
• Responsible for practicing and adhering to Food Safety, GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Health and Safety policies.
• Responsible for practicing and adhering to Hello Fresh policies and best practices, including ensuring best possible product quality for our customers.
• Work in compliance with OH&S acts and regulations.
• Use personal protective and safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer and report workplace hazards and dangers to the supervisor or employer.
• Other duties as assigned.

At a Minimum, You Have

• Post-secondary Education in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year experience operating machinery in a food processing, manufacturing or service industry
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time including regular bending, twisting and walking
• Willing and able to work in a refrigerated environment (0°C to 4°C)
• Willing and able to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy looking consistently for potential food safety or quality deviations
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written
• Minimum requirement of basic computer skills

What You’ll Get In Return

• Competitive salary and health benefits
• Shift premiums are available for afternoon and overnight shifts
• 75% discount on HelloFresh or Chefs Plate weekly box subscription
• High impact work to help feed thousands of families in Canada
• Opportunity to learn and grow
• Work with a hard-working and supportive team

Working Conditions

It’s no surprise that as a food company, we use many ingredients that may be considered common allergens (i.e. peanuts, tree nuts, milk, etc.). Whether this role is based out of our headquarters or one of our distribution centers, it is possible that you may be exposed to such allergens in this role. If you have any concerns with being exposed to any particular food ingredients, including meat, please disclose this during the hiring process.

Calgary, AB Pay Range

$20.25—$20.25 CAD