Operations Technician (Nights)

Inovata Foods; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation accrual

Profit sharing after 1 year

Incentive plan

Footwear allowance

Training and certification

Job summary

Inovata Foods Corp. in Tillsonburg, Ontario, is seeking an Operations Technician to support production and maintain high food-safety standards.

This full-time role reports to the Operations Supervisor and requires working nights in a fast-paced facility. You will assemble, package, clean, and operate CIP systems, complete required documentation, and contribute to HACCP and SQF compliance while advancing your skills through on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• WHMIS 2015 completed within the last 3 years.
• GMP, HACCP, food safety, and LOTO awareness training required (can be provided).
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and teamwork.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability considered an asset.
• Previous experience with production equipment, sanitation, line set-up, or CIP systems considered an asset.
• Forklift certification considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support production by assembling, filling, packaging, sealing, boxing, and palletizing finished product.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, utensils, floors, and work areas following written procedures.
• Operate and support CIP (Clean In Place) systems, ensuring processes are completed correctly and safely.
• Disassemble, reassemble, and set up production equipment for cleaning, changeovers, and startup.
• Inspect equipment and CIP systems, troubleshoot minor issues, and eliminate concerns appropriately.
• Complete production, sanitation, HACCP, and CIP documentation accurately.
• Follow all GMP, HACCP, SQF, food safety, and health and safety requirements.
• Provide relief to line personnel and support other departments as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to cleanliness

Follow instructions

Education

WHMIS 2015 certification

Tools

CIP systems

Forklift certification

Job description

Inovata Foods isn't your average food manufacturing company. We offer the stability of a large company with the feel of a small family business, and we have the privilege of partnering with many of North America's largest retailers. This position reports directly to the Operations Supervisor.

Inovata Foods Corp. is looking for a full-time Operations Technician to partner with us as we bring families and friends together through wholesome and convenient meals. The role is located in our Tillsonburg, Ontario facility. Inovata Foods Corp. is a major producer of wholesome control brand frozen meals for many of North America's largest retailers.

Position Details:

• Vacancy Type: Planned Vacancy
• Compensation: $28.00 per hour (plus $2.00 shift premium)
  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support production by assembling, filling, packaging, sealing, boxing, and palletizing finished product
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, utensils, floors, and work areas following written procedures
• Operate and support CIP (Clean In Place) systems, ensuring processes are completed correctly and safely
• Disassemble, reassemble, and set up production equipment for cleaning, changeovers, and startup
• Inspect equipment and CIP systems, troubleshoot minor issues, and eliminate concerns appropriately
• Complete production, sanitation, HACCP, and CIP documentation accurately
• Follow all GMP, HACCP, SQF, food safety, and health and safety requirements
• Provide relief to line personnel and support other departments as required
  

Shift:

• Nights
  

Rewards:

• Full medical, dental and disability insurance package available after 6 months.
• Vacation accrued at 4%.
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan after 1 year of employment.
• Incentive plan paid bi-weekly.
• Annual footwear allowance.
• Paid internal training and certification in equipment set-up, CIP, and sanitation.
  

Requirements:

• WHMIS 2015 completed within the last 3 years
• GMP, HACCP, food safety, and Lockout Tagout (LOTO) awareness training required (can be provided)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and teamwork
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability considered an asset
• Previous experience with production equipment, sanitation, line set-up, or CIP systems considered an asset
• Forklift certification considered an asset
  

Working Conditions:

We strive to help our team members maintain a positive balance between life and work. This position has daily exposure to a food processing environment which includes dampness, cold temperatures, grease, cleaning chemicals, and fumes. The position may require varying start times, extended hours, weekends, overtime, and flexible shifts depending on operational needs. Personal Protective Equipment is required.

Our Commitment:

Inovata Foods Corp. is an inclusive employer. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources Department if you require any accommodation during the interview and assessment process, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Inovata Foods may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to support certain aspects of the hiring process. AI is not used as the sole decision maker, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified Inovata Foods team members.