Production Technician - Day (Contract)

Socket.dev; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits (Health Care, etc

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Safety Shoe Allowance

Employee Perk Discount Program

Job summary

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is seeking a Production Technician to operate packaging and processing equipment safely, under the supervision of the Line Leader, ensuring products meet specifications and quality standards.

Candidates should have a college diploma in a technical program and at least one year of experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting; this full-time contract runs through May 26, 2028 and offers benefits, training, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Completion of college diploma in a related technical program.
• Minimum 1 years’ previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMPs and SOPs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular assessments to ensure activities comply with GMPs, SOPs, and safety standards.
• Train employees to perform job functions per SOP and verify training.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives on production processes.
• Develop procedures and set machine controls; oversee production and inspections.
• Provide direction for potential product quality issues, containment and corrective actions.
• Assist in investigations related to manufacturing processes and CAPAs.
• Make minor machine adjustments to resolve line issues and support maintenance.
• Perform SPC checks and assist with change-overs to meet time standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

GMP knowledge

Education

College diploma in a related technical program

Job description

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is a proud member of the Mondelēz family. We are a leading and growing North American manufacturer of baked goods for over 30 years. If you're looking for a company that will provide you with opportunities for career growth and development, while working with an energetic team with deeply ingrained values of respect, direct and open communication, quality and accountability, we’d love to have you join our team. Our Consumer Brands: two-bite® brand, include two bite-brownies®, Kimberley's Bakeshoppe™, Mason St. Bakehouse™ and The Worthy Crumb Pastry Co™

It’s an exciting time to be a part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part of our growth and extraordinarily bright future!

Job Overview:

Under the general supervision of the Line Leader or Production Supervisor; the Production Technician will be responsible for ensuring the equipment is operated safely and correctly by utilizing monitors and gauges on the equipment. He/she will ensure that equipment is operated within process specifications and that good quality product is produced at all times.

• Position Type: Full-Time Contract
• Contract Term: This is a full-time contract position ending May 26, 2028.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular assessments of manufacturing areas to ensure all activities performed in the area are in full compliance with GMPs, SOPs and established quality and safety standards. Ensure all observations are addressed in a timely manner.
• Train employees to efficiently perform job functions as per SOP, assess and evaluate training verification
• Participate and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives on production processes. Perform ongoing process evaluations including equipment time studies, run at rate studies, tool changeover studies etc.
• Develop manufacturing and processing procedures and variables, set machines & equipment controls as per manufacturer's manuals, oversee production, and inspect processes.
• Provide immediate direction for potential product quality issues including first assessment of potential deviations and initial determination of product impact, containment, immediate corrective actions, and escalation.
• Actively participate in the investigative phases related to manufacturing process, and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions.
• When necessary, make machine adjustments to resolve line issues (i.e. lights, alarms, visual indicators) and support maintenance in minor troubleshooting for any deviations to the asset center lining
• Perform SPC (Statistical Process Control) checks as per procedure
• Participate in the change-over process, and set-up (assembly and disassembly), to meet and exceed established change-over time standards

Qualifications:

• Completion of college diploma in a related technical program
• Minimum 1 years’ previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced environment in an automated, high-speed manufacturing facility
• Temperature controlled and clean working environment
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs
• Exposure to heavy machinery
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exposure to forklift and other machine traffic
• Exposure to extreme heat

What we offer:

• Competitive Group Benefits including Health Care, Dental & Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Employee Perk Discount Program

Give and Go is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail], citing "AODA" in the subject line, along with your request and contact information. While we appreciate all resume submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.