Process Operator Line 4 - Portage la Prairie, MB

Simplot Company; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is seeking a processing line operator to run the main formed processing line and perform upstream grading to meet product specifications. The role requires monitoring controls, coordinating line flow through multiple unit operations, and maintaining accurate MMS records.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to lift 50 pounds, work in varied conditions, and uphold strict safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and communicate operational duties clearly.
• Experience with analytical testing equipment such as pH meters and scales.
• Basic math skills for adjustments and calibrations.
• Ability to climb stairs, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in varied environments.
• Strong safety record and reliability in attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operates the main formed processing line and upstream grading per specs.
• Monitors and adjusts system control points to meet goals and specs.
• Coordinates line flow through peeler, blanching, drying, frying, and packaging.
• Records data in Manufacturing Management Suite (MMS) and ensures accuracy.
• Maintains sanitation, safety, and proper paperwork and communications.

Skills

Reading and communication

Analytical equipment use

Math skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Equipment disassembly/reassembly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

pH meters

Scales

Agtron

Graduated cylinders

Job description

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Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Simplot Company. The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary

This position is responsible for operating equipment in the main formed processing line and performing upstream grading functions to meet operational goals and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures system control points within each unit operation are monitored and adjusted appropriately to meet operational goals and customer specifications.
• Coordinates the line flow through processing functions including, but not limited to: peeler, blanching, ingredient addition, drying, frying, freezing, budget pounds, recovery, oil usage, retail percent, and energy conservation.
• Ensure that other process data is monitored and recorded in Manufacturing Management Suite [MMS].
• Ensures operational procedures are efficiently and safely followed.
• Ensures necessary level of communication is maintained with team members and support groups regarding line conditions.
• Uses process control to maintain uniformity, color, texture, solids, product temperatures, defect loading, weights, and freezing.
• Ensures the correct and accurate completion of all written paperwork required of the position.
• Ensures information entered in Manufacturing Management Suite [MMS] is correct.
• Keeps work areas clean and completes all sanitation tasks assigned, including during shut-down clean-ups and start-up sanitation.
• Reports food safety and safety hazards to proper personnel and follows up to ensure corrections.
• Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies.
• Ensure self-compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Ensures attendance and participation in training activities appropriate to the position and to incorporate acquired skills and knowledge.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner and ensure personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job functions while representing the Company.
• Ensure that the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
• Ensure that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, be handled in a manner necessary to meet operational and divisional standards.

Typical Education

High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties, such as reading and understanding operations manuals and have the ability to communicate with other employees, coordinate work responsibilities and use good judgment in decisions.
• Must be able to work with analytical testing equipment, such as pH meters, scales, Agtron, graduated cylinders, etc.
• Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication division and percents) to make proper adjustments and calibrations as required.
• Must be able to climb stairs, scaffolds and catwalks on a regular basis and in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must have manual dexterity in both hands.
• Must be able to correctly identify different colours.
• Must be able to work in extreme environments, wet, cold, hot, dry, and steamy.
• Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals.
• Must demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work in stressful conditions and be physically able to perform job duties.
• Must be able to dismantle equipment and put it back together for cleaning.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have an acceptable safety record.
• Must have an acceptable attendance record.

Job Requisition ID:26990

Travel Required:

Country:Canada

** Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

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