Machine Operator 1 - Deli

Maple Lodge Farms; Brampton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Weekly pay

Onsite cafeteria

Discount at Chicken Shop

Career advancement

Family culture

Job summary

Maple Lodge Farms, Canada's largest poultry processor, is seeking a Machine Operator – Deli to join our on-site team in Brampton. You will operate the designated deli machine safely, monitor for issues, and coordinate maintenance as needed.

Supported by a benefits program including health benefits and a pension, weekly pay, an onsite cafeteria, and opportunities for career advancement, you will contribute to our high standards of quality and food safety in a family-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a production or processing setting.
• Understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety protocols.
• Knowledge of OHSA and WHMIS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates the designated deli machine safely and efficiently.
• Monitors equipment for mechanical problems or hazards and arranges maintenance as needed.
• Collaborates with Department and Maintenance personnel to optimize performance.
• Prepares and sets up equipment to meet product quality and customer requirements.
• Maintains a clean, well-organized work area following GMPs.
• Records relevant data such as weights, temperatures and line speed as required.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Food safety knowledge

OHSA/WHMIS knowledge

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Interested in joining Canada's largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we're not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we're looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we're passionate about what we do. If you're a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.

Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, the Machine Operator – Deli will be responsible for operating the designated machine in a safe and proper manner, monitoring for mechanical problems or hazards, and conducting or arranging for maintenance as required.

Shift: 8:00am start ( Flexibility is required, this is not a remote position, this is a fully on-site role).

Monday to Friday

Tuesday to Saturday

What's in it for you?

• Health benefits and pension plan
• Weekly pay
• Onsite Cafeteria
• Discount at our Chicken Shop
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A culture that values humility, respect for family and hard work

What You Will Be Doing

• Performs assigned tasks in the designated department to ensure that the equipment is maintained and operates at optimal performance.
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment when necessary; dismantles, cleans, and reassembles equipment as needed for processing.
• Works closely with Department and Maintenance Supervisor, providing feedback as to how equipment is performing.
• Sets up equipment to ensure that all products manufactured in the department meet Company and customer requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition, according to GMPs.
• Completes department-specific tasks as applicable (e.g. weight checks, smoke concentration, line speed, temperature records, etc.).

What You Will Bring

• Some experience with machine operation, and/or must possess mechanical aptitude;
• Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.;
• Working knowledge of knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS, and all other workplace H&S regulations;
• Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential;
• General Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office) Education and Certification Requirements
• High School Diploma required.

Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best-quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance. Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications. These tools help identify candidates whose qualifications closely align with the job requirements. Please note, these AI tools are not used to disqualify applicants but to support our efforts in efficiently screening large volumes of applications.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.