Machine Operator - Ovenroom - Guelph

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

Job summary

Shearer’s Foods Canada, Inc. is seeking an Ovenroom Machine Operator for the Baking Department. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 11:00pm, with a starting pay of CAD 23.40 per hour plus a CAD 1.00 shift premium (24.40 CAD/hour after 1,040 hours).

You will measure ingredients, monitor equipment, maintain production records, and help keep the workstation clean, while complying with allergen and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Leadership and teamwork align with Shearer’s values.
• Basic computer skills required to run production.
• Ability to manage time and complete changeovers efficiently.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Measure ingredients following a recipe and monitor machines for faults.
• Assemble, disassemble, and clean tooling as required while keeping the area clean.
• Lift bagged ingredients (~23 kg / 50 lbs) to mixing vessel openings.
• Maintain records of material use and production.
• Respond to machine faults.

Skills

Leadership

Computer skills

Time management

Physical abilities

Job description

Shearer’s 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, Shearer’s 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, Shearer’s 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, Shearer’s 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 Shearer’s 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, 03.00pm to 11.00pm

Pay rate : $23.40/hr plus $1.00 shift premium, $24.40/hr plus $1.00 shift premium after 1040 hours worked

(Temp hours worked will be counted for 1040 hours)

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

This job posting is for an existing, currently vacant position

Please note:

we have the following allergens in our facility: Peanuts, Wheat, Whey, Dairy and Soy

What you Bring to the Table:

Leadership – The Machine Operator will set the example for the line, as such they will need to follow all policies/procedures set forth by Shearers Foods LLC. The machine operator must have the ability to work well with others. Must demonstrate Shearer's 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 machine operator is responsible for completing changeovers in allotted time as well as planning his/her breaks around lulls in activity.

Physical Demands – The machine operator must be able to move, twist, or lift up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Shearer’s Foods Canada, Inc. is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities; please advise us if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process.

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