Pasteurizer

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd; Delta; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd in Delta, BC, is seeking a reliable Production Operator to support pasteurization, blending, and packaging in a fast-paced dairy plant. You will monitor processes, ensure product quality, maintain sanitation, follow HACCP and GMPs, and work with the union team to meet production targets.

This role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work rotating shifts in a refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of dairy or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience operating pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, and blending systems is a strong asset.
• Experience working within regulated food manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate pasteurization and processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor product temperatures, flow rates, pressures, and critical process parameters.
• Ensure all products meet quality, composition, and regulatory requirements.
• Standardize milk and dairy products according to production specifications.
• Blend, mix, and prepare products for production and packaging.
• Monitor CCPs and complete required documentation.
• Follow HACCP plans, GMPs, SOPs, and food safety standards.
• Operate CIP systems and verify equipment cleanliness.
• Maintain sanitary conditions throughout the production process.
• Monitor equipment performance and process efficiency; troubleshoot as needed.
• Record temperatures, processing information, product transfers, and production data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Organization

Team player

Lifts 50 lbs

Adapt to hot/cold/humid

Dairy processing knowledge

HACCP/GMPs knowledge

CIP knowledge

Mathematics skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pasteurizers

Separators

Homogenizers

Blending systems

Forklifts

Processing equipment

Job description

• Passionate about food safety and product quality.
• Committed to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Takes pride in producing quality products that meet customer expectations.

Job Description

HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…

• Passionate about food safety and product quality.
• Committed to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Takes pride in producing quality products that meet customer expectations.

DRIVE & MOTIVATION

• Passionate about food safety and product quality.
• Committed to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Takes pride in producing quality products that meet customer expectations.

CHARACTER & ABILITIES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Effective communicator and team player.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in hot, cold, wet, and humid conditions.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of dairy processing and pasteurization systems.
• Understanding of HACCP, GMPs, food safety, and quality systems.
• Knowledge of Clean-in-Place (CIP) programs and sanitation requirements.
• Basic mathematical and computer skills.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of dairy or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience operating pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, and blending systems is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working within regulated food manufacturing environments.

THINGS YOU WILL DO…

Production Operations

• Operate HTST pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, blending equipment, and transfer systems.
• Monitor product temperatures, flow rates, pressures, and critical process parameters.
• Ensure all products meet quality, composition, and regulatory requirements.
• Standardize milk and dairy products according to production specifications.
• Blend, mix, and prepare products for production and packaging.

Food Safety & Quality

• Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and complete required documentation.
• Follow HACCP plans, GMPs, SOPs, and food safety standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and quality checks.
• Report product deviations and quality concerns immediately.

CIP & Sanitation

• Operate and verify CIP systems for tanks, pipelines, and processing equipment.
• Confirm equipment cleanliness prior to production startup.
• Maintain sanitary conditions throughout the production process.

Equipment Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Monitor equipment performance and process efficiency.
• Perform minor adjustments and troubleshooting to maintain production flow.
• Report equipment issues and coordinate with Maintenance as required.
• Minimize downtime through proactive monitoring and corrective action.

Documentation

• Complete production, quality, and sanitation records accurately.
• Record temperatures, processing information, product transfers, and production data.
• Maintain accurate regulatory documentation.

DETAILED DUTIES

• Operate pasteurization and processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor butterfat, temperature, solids, and product composition requirements.
• Transfer products to production lines while preventing downtime.
• Secure all tank, line, and processing connections.
• Conduct equipment inspections and operational checks.
• Perform process calculations and batch adjustments as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support inventory control and ingredient management.
• Assist with training of new employees when required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all workplace health and safety requirements.
• This is a union position.

OTHER

• Rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, and statutory holidays may be required.
• Must be able to work in a refrigerated food manufacturing environment.
• Must wear required PPE and comply with food safety requirements.