Machine Operator - Ovenroom, Guelph

Shearer's Foods, Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearers Foods, Inc. is hiring an Ovenroom Machine Operator for a Monday to Friday day shift (07:00–15:00) in a food manufacturing environment. The role involves following recipes, measuring ingredients, operating the oven/baking line, and maintaining production records.

Applicants should be physically capable of lifting up to 60 lbs and team lifting 75 lbs, with the ability to lift ~23 kg bags and work in a facility with common allergens. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Leadership to model company values and MRO policies.
• Time management to plan breaks around activity and complete changeovers on schedule.
• Basic computer skills required to run production lines and verify data.

Responsibilities

• Operate oven and baking line equipment in the Baking Department.
• Follow recipes to measure ingredients and monitor material use.
• Maintain clean work area and assemble/disassemble tooling as needed.
• Lift and move heavy bags (about 23 kg / 50 lbs) and respond to machine faults.
• Keep accurate production records and monitor machines for faults.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Computer skills

Physical ability

Job description

Shearers Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearers is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.

With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearers has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearers is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.

At Shearers Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Ovenroom Machine Operator - Food Manufacturing

Shift : Monday to Friday, 07.00am to 03.00pm

Pay rate : $23.40/hr upto 1040 hours worked and $24.40/hr after 1040 hour worked

Operators measure ingredients following a recipe, maintain records of material used and monitor machines for faults. Assemble, disassemble, and clean tooling as required while keeping the work area clean. Physically capable of heavy lifting (50 lbs.) throughout shift.

• Required to perform all duties required within the Baking Department. This would include, but may not be limited to Cream Spreader Operator, Batter System Operator, Crème System Operator
• Lift bagged ingredients with a weight of ~23kg (50lbs) to an opening of mixing vessels. (example: bagged sugar, bagged flour, and bagged dextrose)
• Measure ingredients following batter and crème recipes
• Maintain records of material use and production
• Assemble, disassemble, and clean tooling as required by production while keeping the work area clean
• Respond to machine faults

Please note: we have the following allergens in our facility: Peanuts, Wheat, Whey, Dairy and Soya

What you Bring to the Table:

Leadership - The PMO will set the example for the line, as such they will need to follow all policies/procedures set forth by Shearers Foods LLC. The PMO must have the ability to work well with others. Must demonstrate Shearers Core Values of Respect, Teamwork, and Giving Back.

Computer Skills - Must have basic computer skills required to run production. Verifications on computer will be done routinely throughout the day.

Time Management - Will have to effectively manage his/her own time. Quality verifications will be performed at specific intervals throughout the day. The PMO is responsible for completing changeovers in allotted time as well as planning his/her breaks around lulls in activity.

Physical Demands - The PMO must be able to move, twist, or lift up to 60lbs and team lift 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

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