process control operator - food and beverage processing

Government of Canada; Huntingdon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Quebec is hiring a technician to perform machine adjustments and ensure production quality in a food processing plant. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in mechanical fields and be prepared for on-site work. The position offers various health and financial benefits, requiring strong teamwork and attention to detail.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Life insurance

Night shift premium

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience is required.
• College, CEGEP or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering or technology is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective machine adjustments.
• Record production information.
• Observe gauges and computer printouts to verify conditions.
• Clean machines and immediate work areas.
• Inform supervisor of mechanical malfunctions.
• Adjust process variables.
• Maintain shift log of production data.
• Set up and adjust packaging machines.
• Check products for defects.

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience
• Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Food processing plant
• Fruit and vegetable processing plant

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective machine adjustments
• Record production information
• Observe gauges, computer printouts and video monitors to verify specified processing conditions
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Inform supervisor of mechanical malfunctions or product irregularities
• Make adjustments to process variables
• Maintain shift log of production and other data
• Set up and adjust processing and packaging machines
• Check products for defects and to ensure conformance to company standards

Experience and specialization Type of operation

• Mixing
• Baking or cooking
• Freezing
• Cooling
• Packaging

Equipment and machinery experience

• Multi-functional process control machinery
• Single function machine

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Resourcefulness

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer