Operator- Thunder Bay

Malteries Soufflet; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended healthcare

Flex spending accounts

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Malteries Soufflet in Thunder Bay, Ontario, is hiring an Operator to support both malting and grain handling operations. The role involves operating equipment, following process controls, and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Shift work and outdoor exposure are possible, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork. Compensation starts at CAD 30.38 per hour for a probationary period of 6 months, increasing to CAD 35.74 per hour, with a broad benefits package including extended healthcare and paid

Qualifications

• High school diploma; power engineering or related courses preferred.
• Experience in grain handling, food processing or manufacturing is an asset.
• Previous safety training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate malting equipment and control systems.
• Load and unload malt vessels with transfer equipment.
• Clean and sanitize malting vessels using approved agents.
• Operate grain handling facilities with automated controls.
• Perform general sanitation and safety duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety training

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in power engineering

Job description

Operator Thunder Bay, ON

About the Company

Malteries Soufflet acquired United Malt Group in 2023, creating the world’s largest malting company with an annual production capacity of 3.7 million tons of malt through 41 facilities in 20 countries, serving both industrial and craft brewers and distillers. Across the globe, our family of brands produce malt that is blended into some of your favourite industry-leading beverages and local craft brews.

Our more than 2300 employees are proud of the rich heritage of our family of brands and are committed to incorporating sustainability improvements at every touchpoint of our supply chain. We celebrate the diversity of our people and together strive to create an environment where all employees are safe, welcomed and have a sense of belonging.

Leverage Difference Be Accountable Passion for Innovation Cultivate Agile Collaboration

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be required to perform operational and sanitation duties in either our Malting or Grain handling operations.

Malting

• Loading and unloading of malt vessels using automated and or manual transfer equipment.
• Operation of malthouse using automated process controls.
• Manual washing of malting vessels using high pressure wash hoses.
• Cleaning of vessels using various chemical sanitizing agents.
• General sanitation duties as required.

Grain Handling

• Operation of a grain handling facility using automated process controls.
• Loading and unloading of grain from railcars (work from heights).
• General sanitation of grain elevator. Vacuuming, sweeping and/or shoveling of grain.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High degree of mechanical aptitude through apprenticeship or job related experience.
• Previous safety training an asset.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Ability to work alone or in a group.
• Attention to detail
• Positive attitude and self-starter

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma. Preference will be given to those applicants with post-secondary education (power engineering or related courses).
• Previous experience in grain handling, food processing or manufacturing considered an asset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Safety training provided upon hiring.
• Personal Protective Equipment required in all work environments.
• Shift work required.
• Some positions require outdoor work.
• Indoor work environments can vary between wet, dusty, cold, hot and high noise conditions.
• Work around automated equipment.
• Educational and apprenticeship programs available.

COMPENSATION

$30.38 probationary for 6 months, $35.74 thereafter.

An attractive compensation and benefits package will be provided. We offer a generous benefits package including extended healthcare, flex spending accounts, EAP, paid holidays, paid time off program, basic & voluntary life insurance, STD, LTD.

• extended healthcare
• flex spending accounts
• EAP
• paid holidays
• paid time off program
• basic & voluntary life insurance
• STD
• LTD

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.