Packaging Operator

Richardson International; Town of Barrhead; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Barrhead, Alberta, seeks a Production Worker (Packaging Operator) to operate packaging systems and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 education, good communication skills, and the ability to lift 50lbs. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Flexible benefits plan

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Experience operating mobile equipment considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment.
• Perform minor repairs and troubleshooting activities on packaging equipment.
• Conduct quality and food safety checks of finished goods and equipment.

Skills

Operate packaging equipment

Operate forklift

Solid oral and written communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Computer knowledge

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 3, 5 00 employees across Canada, the US, the UK , and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities .

Richardson Milling, a division of Richardson International, is the largest industrial oat miller in the world . Richardson has processing mills in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K . and is proud to have the most extensive oat supply thanks to strong relationships with oat growers.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Production Worker (Packaging Operator) at our Barrhead, Alberta location. This position is responsible for operating the packaging system to ensure finished products are packed, sealed, and prepared for shipping according to product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment.
• Operate forklift.
• Perform minor repairs and troubleshooting activities on packaging equipment.
• Provides sanitation services to all areas of the facility as assigned.
• Accurately complete documentation for all processes.
• Perform quality and food safety checks of finished goods and equipment.
• Operates in accordance with all food safety, safety, and fire prevention regulations and practices.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Computer knowledge an asset.
• Experience operating mobile equipment considered an asset.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Solid oral and written communication skills.

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 5, 2025.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples , Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self- identify .