Production Operator

Trouw Nutrition; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal nutrition company in Manitoba seeks a Production Operator for full-time work. Responsibilities include operating machinery for animal feed production and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, experience in manufacturing is preferred, and must be able to work shifts and overtime. The role includes robust benefits like health care from day one and a pension plan.

Benefits

Robust pension plan

Competitive health benefits

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a feed mill or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work shifts and overtime when required.
• Must be able to lift 25 kgs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Producing animal feed with machines and computer systems.
• Timely processing and on-time delivery of orders.
• Implementing a continuous improvement plan.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Numeracy and accuracy

Machinery operation

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future.

Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

Trouw Nutrition Landmark is looking for "Production Operator", reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Operator is responsible for the day-to-day activities as part of the Production team day-to-day activities as part of the Production team. The Production Operator is expected to conduct all matters in a manner consistent with the company’s Corporate Values of Innovation, Caring, Capable, and Collaboration.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Works with machines and computer systems to produce animal feed.

• Timely processing and on-time delivery of orders that meets or exceeds customer expectations

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding production targets

• Ensure the correct formulation used

• Follow housekeeping standards

• Plan and follow sequencing guidelines

• Constant quality awareness / moisture testing

• Implement continuous improvement plan

• Adheres to the safety and food safety requirements per Trouw Nutrition protocols

• Must adhere to all Regulatory Requirements

• Proper Log documentation for Food Safety Requirements

Skills and Expertise

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent

• Experience working in a Feed Mill or manufacturing environment preferred

• Willingness to be coached and learn processes

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Basic computer skills/machinery operation

• Some machinery maintenance skills required

• Working at heights

• Numeracy and accuracy

• Willing to train the right candidate

Expectation from the Role:

• Permanent, full-time job, shift work 6 am - 2 pm & 2 pm -10 pm. Over-time required from time to time.

• Ability & willingness to work shifts and overtime

• Ability to lift 25 kgs regularly

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills

• Ability to focus on details within a fast-paced environment

• Team player and coachable

• Exposure to the elements, noise and dust, and working at heights

Why you Will Love Working with Us

Global Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group

• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone

Local Benefits:

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!

• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!

• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance

• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement

• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)

• Annual bonus

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.