Sanitation & Packaging Machine Operator

Old Dutch Foods Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in Winnipeg seeks a Sanitation/Backup Packaging Machine Operator. The role involves operating packaging equipment, performing quality checks, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience and be able to work overtime. This position demands attention to detail, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A forklift license is required and will be obtained during employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a machine operator or maintenance experience.
• Experience in cleaning and sanitation of equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and maintain excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment and ensure optimal performance.
• Perform quality and food safety checks.
• Record material movement using a handheld scanner.
• Clean and sanitize equipment according to GMPs.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Understanding of food safety requirements

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to work in a team

Forklift operation

Tools

Handheld scanner

Forklift

Job description

Overview

POSITION: Sanitation/back up Packaging machine operator (PMO)

SHIFT ASSIGNMENT: 1st or 2nd SHIFT

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a machine operator or maintenance or related field. Experience in operating, maintenance and troubleshooting processing equipment such as packaging machines, conveyors or distribution systems is a plus.
• Must complete and pass the ODF development plan for level II PMO
• Must have previous experience in cleaning and sanitation of equipment
• Must have a good understanding of the fast-paced production environment, with great attention to detail and able to multi-task.
• Ability to record various data efficiently and accurately.
• Must have the ability to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instruction.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Ability to work within all food safety & food quality requirements and follow standard operating procedures and safe work procedures.
• Knowledge in and adherence to HACCP, Critical Control Points, Food Safety & Food Quality programs, and Workplace Health & Safety programs
• The ability to use a handheld scanner with accuracy in scanning activities is a must.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting and provide maintenance on all packaging and plant equipment.
• Ability to complete the assigned work order for preventative maintenance of equipment as per assigned schedule.
• Must have an adequate set of tools to perform repairs and adjustments.
• Must be willing to stay overtime.
• Responsible and dependable with an EXCELLENT ATTENDANCE RECORD.
• Ability to perform various duties (seasoning supply application, wastewater operation, and packaging sanitation, test and change-over) as the sanitation job is in rotation schedule.

Duties

WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Operate Packaging Equipment, seasoning/chips distribution system, forklift, metal detector and other relevant packaging equipment.
• Perform and record required quality and food safety checks.
• Troubleshot packaging equipment and support maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Communicate pertinent production information to QA, supervisors and co-workers during work in progress.
• Keep track of movement of materials using the handheld scanner and applicable records.
• Follow all GMPs, allergen control, health and safety procedures.
• Drive efficient production through effective start-ups and changeovers to consistently meet KPIs.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned preventative maintenance work orders for assigned equipment.
• Performs inventory of materials as per assigned schedule
• Competently and safely perform cleaning tasks on assigned plant equipment following the standard sanitation procedure, health & safety program and good manufacturing practices.
• Work safely with cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Record cleaning solution parameters (i.e. concentration, temperature, etc.) and complete the designated sanitation record
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license and drive a forklift in a safe manner
• Operate forklift when disposing of chip waste/raw waste and when bringing materials for production use.
• Organize and move pallets, materials, waste, equipment, etc.
• Provide relief and assistance as required for:
  • Supply Clerk (Receiving Materials)
  • Packers
  • Seasoning supply
  • Other Packaging Machine Operators
  • Other positions as required
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor, Leah Hand, or Manager as required.
• Shifts other than 1st or 2nd shift may be required dependent on needs