Opportunities for Packaging/Processing Operator

J.D. Irving, Limited; Prince Edward Island; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Prince Edward Island is seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals for Machine and Forklift Operator positions. Ideal candidates must be available for 12-hour shifts, capable of physical tasks including lifting, and able to work in a safe manner. This role emphasizes reliability and effective communication in English. Competitive hourly wages ranging from $20.55 to $26.74 per hour will be offered.

Qualifications

• Must be available for 12-hour shifts rotational shift.
• Able to work alone for extended periods.
• Work in a safe, efficient manner and follow personal hygiene rules.

Responsibilities

• Box opening and bag opening.
• Stack boxes onto equipment and onto pallets.
• Ongoing clean up and sanitation of the work area.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Hard working and reliable

Available for 12-hour rotational shifts

Physically capable of repetitive lifting

Job description

We are seeking qualified candidates for Machine Operators and Forklift Operators for our New Annan location for future needs. The successful candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who is willing to work with us. This is an opening of upcoming needs. If you are interested in working with Cavendish Farms, please submit your application here. When future positions become available, we will be in touch.

• Machine Operators
• Forklift Operators

We value your interest and encourage you to apply online through our website. Your application will be reviewed, and only potential candidates will be contacted when we have an opening available that matches your skills and qualifications.

Language of Work: English

Hourly Wage: $20.55/hr - $26.74/hr

Qualifications

• Be available for 12 hour shifts rotational shift
• Be hard working and reliable
• Able to work alone for extended periods of time
• Work in a safe, efficient manner
• Follow personal hygiene rules
• Physically capable of repetitive lifting and occasional lifting of up to 50lbs
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Walk for 12 hours
• Squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, use of ladders, stairs
• Occasional lifting up to 50lbs/23kg
• Occasional carrying up to 50lbs/23kg
• Pushing up to 50lbs/23kg
• Pulling up to 50lbs/23kg

Required Training

• HACCP
• Personal Hygiene
• WHIMIS and Chemical Training
• Food Safety
• Lifting and Pulling
• Lockout Training
• Onsite equipment training
• GMP

Responsibilities

• Box opening and bag opening
• Stack boxes onto equipment and onto pallets
• General clean up around work station
• Ongoing clean up and sanitation of the work area
• Assist in packaging, clean up, etc.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Using or wearing the protective equipment designated by the accident prevention policy.
• Follow safe work procedures.
• Reporting immediately to their supervisor any unsafe conditions or acts.
• Reporting all accidents or injuries to your supervisor immediately.

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP rules.
• Participate in food safety and quality programs of the facility within the specific role
• Reporting of food safety, food security and quality concerns to the immediate supervisor
• Participate in sanitation activities