Manufacturing Technical Operator

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. (Home of MadeGood); Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. (Home of MadeGood) is seeking a Manufacturing Technical Operator to join the food production team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will operate and troubleshoot production machinery, ensuring product quality and minimizing downtime.

The ideal candidate should have technical training and 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, along with mechanical aptitude and strong communication skills. This position may require shift work, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to understand technical manuals and troubleshoot machinery.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated or semi-automated production machinery according to SOPs.
• Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate major issues to maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork ability

Education

Technical or vocational training

Job description

Job Title

Manufacturing Technical Operator

Department

Manufacturing / Production

Reports To

Production Supervisor

Location

2233 Sheppard Av West, Canada

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technical Operator to join our food production team. In this role you will operate, maintain and troubleshoot production machinery and equipment in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment. Your responsibilities include ensuring product quality, minimizing downtime, performing basic maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement on the production line.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated or semi‑automated production machinery according to SOPs.
• Perform equipment set‑up, calibration and changeovers.
• Conduct in‑process quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, make minor mechanical adjustments or repairs, and escalate major issues to maintenance.
• Perform basic maintenance checks and preventative tasks to avoid unplanned downtime.
• Carry out routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain machine performance and workplace safety.
• Complete production logs, downtime reports and other documentation accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve complex equipment issues.
• Adhere to health and safety standards, GMP, and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement activities to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Participate in health and safety meetings, audits, or training as required.
• Participate in daily shift handovers and team briefings to communicate issues or updates.
• Train or mentor new or existing operators or temporary staff on equipment functionality and troubleshooting techniques.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and corrective action implementation when problems occur.

Qualifications and Skills

• Technical or vocational training or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand technical manuals and troubleshoot machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift above 20 kg as required.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S or Kaizen processes is an asset.

Salary Range

CAD: $1 – $2 per hour (placeholder); USD: $1 – $2 per hour (placeholder). Actual compensation will be based on experience, skill set, education, and training.

EEO and Accessibility Statement

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Disclaimer

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology‑assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.