Machine Operator (PM Shift)

Factor_; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Shift premiums for afternoon/overnight

Job summary

HelloFresh in Calgary is seeking a Machine Operator to join our Production and Maintenance Team. You will operate automated equipment, support maintenance programs, and help minimize downtime while performing routine production tasks.

Responsibilities include ensuring efficiencies, guiding helpers, and coordinating with Food Safety, GMPs and OH&S policies. A post-secondary mechanical diploma or relevant experience is required, with English communication skills and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to grind, extract, mix, blend, cook, pack or process food or beverage products.
• Perform pre and post inspection of packaging equipment and calibrate machines.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize downtime.
• Complete required production documentation and run reports.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Education

Engineering diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Unit# 110, 4951 - 110 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta

Shift: 3:00 PM until 1:15 AM - open flexibility required

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