Production Associate - PM Shift

Factor_; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Shift premiums

Box subscription discount

Job summary

Factor_ in Mississauga, Ontario is seeking a Production Associate to join a dynamic team. You will handle receiving and preparing raw ingredients, assist cooks, plate meals, and prepare boxes for customer orders while adhering to safety, GMP and SQF standards.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will rotate through Kitchen, Plating, and Packing areas, ensure quality, and support a fast-paced environment with teamwork and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing and able to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs.
• Experience standing for prolonged periods.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment (0°C to 4°C).
• Familiar with MS Office and/or Google Apps.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Flexible to overtime, weekends, evenings and holidays.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in food production facility is an asset.
• Level 1 First Aid is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work in Kitchen, Plating, Pick and Pack, Shipping/Receiving as designated by the reporting manager.
• Ensure product quality meets company standards.
• Weigh or portion products accurately.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency at ship-out stations.
• Clean and sanitize all equipment and work areas.
• Follow safety, GMP and SQF policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Google Apps

Job description

Location: HWY 403 & Dundas St W, Mississauga

Shift: Please note hours and days may vary as per business needs

Casing Department: Friday to Monday from 6:00pm-2:30am

Plating Department: Wednesday to Saturday from 6:00pm - 2:30am

Kitchen Department: Tuesday to Saturday from 4:00PM - 12:30AM

Shift Premium

• $1.50/hr shift premium only applies to hours worked from 4:00pm - 12:00am
• $2.00/hr shift premium only applies to hours worked from 12:00am - 5:00am

About The Role

Are you ready to join an exciting and dynamic team? We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join us as a Production Associate. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in our production process. As a Production Associate, you will be responsible for receiving raw ingredients, preparing raw ingredients, assisting cooks and chefs during the cooking process, plating of meals, and fulfilling boxes for customer orders while following all safety, GMP and SQF policies/procedures. Other tasks as assigned.

What You Will Be Doing

• Work in any of the following functional areas as required; Kitchen, Plating, Pick and Pack, Shipping/Receiving as designated by the reporting manager
• Ensure quality of product meets Company Standards
• Ensure accuracy when weighing or portioning products
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency at designated ship out stations
• Clean and sanitize all equipment and work areas within the facility, ensuring all waste and packaging are properly categorized and disposed and/or recycled of as per instructions and training
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Foster a positive and respectful work environment by maintaining professional communication and behavior with coworkers and promoting a sense of teamwork and collaboration
• Work in compliance with OH&S acts and regulations.
• Use personal protective and safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer and report workplace hazards and dangers to the supervisor or employer.
• Other duties as assigned

At a Minimum, You Have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Willing and able to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Has experience standing for prolonged periods of time including regular bending, twisting and walking
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to prioritize, remain calm and alert while multitasking in a fast-paced and deadline oriented environment.
• Willing and able to work in a refrigerated environment (0°C to 4°C)
• Familiar with MS Office and/or Google Apps and comfortable learning new technologies.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, in addition to having strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, evenings and holidays as required
• 6 months to 1year of experience in food production facility is an asset
• Level 1 First Aid is considered an asset

What You’ll Get In Return

• Competitive salary and health benefits
• Shift premiums are available for afternoon and overnight shifts
• 75% discount on HelloFresh or Chefs Plate weekly box subscription
• High impact work to help feed thousands of families in Canada
• Opportunity to learn and grow
• Work with a hard-working and supportive team

Working Conditions

It’s no surprise that as a food company, we use many ingredients that may be considered common allergens (i.e. peanuts, tree nuts, milk, etc.). Whether this role is based out of our headquarters or one of our distribution centers, it is possible that you may be exposed to such allergens in this role.

Mississauga, ON Pay Range

$18.50—$18.50 CAD