Machine Operator

Intercity Packers Ltd.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Profit sharing bonus

Weekly paychecks

Employee assistance program

Career advancement

Job summary

Fresh Start Foods in Richmond, BC is seeking a Full-Time Machine Operator to join our team. You will set up and operate slicers, dicers, and peelers, perform processing tasks, and ensure products meet quality checks. The role requires flexibility for overtime, weekend shifts, and the ability to work in a refrigerated environment.

The position offers full-time hours, weekly pay, and benefits as part of a growing national producer. Prior food manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work full-time and flexible for overtime.
• Previous manufacturing experience in a food processing facility.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be flexible with regards to working in production areas where needed the most.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Accurate completion of documentation when required.
• Works in a safe manner and follows all safety procedures.
• Set up and operate machines - slicers, dicers, peelers.
• Perform testing procedures to ensure machines are working optimally.
• Perform food processing functions including manual cutting, washing, and drying of products.
• Able to identify and retrieve products for processing.
• Able to read the recipes (weight, cut size, volume).

Job description

Neptune Fresh Produce Inc. Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking individuals: Who are customer centric Who are able to deliver on their commitments Who value individual excellence and collective performance Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience For more than 30 years, Fresh Start Foods has proudly delivered a full range of fresh produce solutions to customers across Canada. As a valued member of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) family of companies, we are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2026. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Machine Operator to join our team based out of our Richmond, BC location. Position: Full-Time, Permanent Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Pay: $19.75/hour (paid on a weekly basis!)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurate completion of documentation when required
• Works in a safe manner and follows all safety procedures
• Set up and operate machines - slicers, dicers, peelers
• Perform testing procedures to ensure machines are working optimally
• Perform food processing functions including manual cutting, washing, and drying of products.
• Able to identify and retrieve products for processing
• Able to read the recipes (weight, cut size, volume)
• Monitor and troubleshoot basic machine problems/perform regular safety checks

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Must be able to work full-time and flexible for overtime
• Previous manufacturing experience in a food processing facility
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays
• Ability to be flexible with regards to working in production areas where needed the most
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• Weekly paychecks
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
• Training opportunities
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
• Full-time hours A team-oriented work environment

Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to: For Jobs in British Columbia [e-mail] For Jobs in Ontario [e-mail] Use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

We Are Passionate About Produce Wholesale Fruits and Vegetable Suppliers From Coast To Coast Fresh Start Foods continues to be the leading value added and fresh produce supplier in Canada. Building on 25 years of growth and success, we understand the importance of satisfying the essential stakeholders in your business. We ensure that high quality and value is delivered from field to table. We understand the critical nature of fresh produce to your offering and work diligently to ensure you are able to exceed your customers expectations. With several well positioned locations in both Eastern and Western Canada, we are truly national and well positioned to deliver the freshest product possible. Fresh Start Foods has two additional companies within our food family, J.G. Fruits and Vegetables in Montreal distributes both whole and fresh cut fruit, vegetables and other related products. Our Eating New Creations facility in Mississauga focuses on meeting retail and food-service needs in the manufacturing and assembly of salad & meal kits, a variety of portioned salads, sandwiches, fruit cups and other portioned fresh and dry products.