Truck Receiver Operator

Roquette; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette is seeking a Production Operator for Pea Reception & Loadout in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. You will monitor automated processes, perform sampling, and support maintenance while upholding GMP/HACCP standards.

Collaboration with engineers, supervisors and operators is key to achieving daily KPI goals. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial manufacturing, familiarity with SAP/MES/HMI, and strong safety and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• Industrial safety knowledge.
• GMP/HACCP knowledge.
• Ability to work with SAP, MES and Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical aptitude in production, maintenance and process operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor pea reception, pea cream, pea feed, pellets and screenings loadout systems.
• Monitor and control processes through HMI and other production systems.
• Apply plant safety requirements including LOTO, permits, confined space and hot work procedures.
• Perform in-process sampling and basic chemistry testing; transfer quality samples to the laboratory.
• Complete autonomous maintenance tasks, equipment inspections and SAP work notifications.
• Support truck loading/unloading activities and coordinate with operators and supervisors.
• Maintain GMP, HACCP, sanitation and housekeeping standards across areas.
• Participate in investigations, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial safety

GMP/HACCP

HMI/automation

SAP/MES usage

Technical prod ops

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

SAP

MES

HMI

Job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

The Role

We are looking for our next Production Operator - Pea Reception & Loadout within our Production Operations team. Reporting to the Unit 1 Production Manager, this position is responsible for contributing to daily KPI performance across safety, productivity and quality while supporting short and long term production objectives. The role monitors industrial equipment and automated processes safely and efficiently, performs sampling, basic maintenance, loadout and receiving activities, and collaborates closely with GPL, Process Engineers, Shift Supervisors and Operators.

This position is located in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate and monitor pea reception, pea cream, pea feed, pellets and screenings loadout systems.
• Monitor and control processes through HMI and other production systems.
• Apply plant safety requirements including LOTO, permits, confined space and hot work procedures.
• Perform in-process sampling, basic chemistry testing and transfer quality samples to the laboratory.
• Complete autonomous maintenance tasks, equipment inspections and SAP work notifications.
• Support truck loading/unloading activities and coordinate with operators, guardhouse personnel and supervisors.
• Maintain GMP, HACCP, sanitation and housekeeping standards across assigned areas.
• Participate in investigations, root-cause analysis, SOP/OPL updates and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Use SAP, MES/MII and related digital tools to manage inventory, receiving and production transactions.
• Complete reports, checklists and other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• Industrial safety knowledge.
• Food safety, GMP and HACCP knowledge.
• Ability to work with digital tools including SAP, MES and Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical aptitude in production, maintenance and process operations.
• Ability to complete analytical tests and autonomous maintenance activities.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, preferably food processing or agriculture.
• Experience with process safety, food safety and GMP programs.
• Experience using HMI or automated process control systems.
• Experience with conveyors, pumps, motors, valves and process instrumentation.

Work Environment

Regular work in both indoor manufacturing and outdoor environments with exposure to seasonal weather, dust, noise, humidity and plant operating conditions.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs; stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs and work at heights. Must be able to wear required PPE, safety harnesses and work in confined spaces as required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Full-time position. Extended hours, evenings, weekends and overtime may be required based on production needs.

AAP/EEO Statement

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com.

Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry. The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products.

A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society. Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life.

Discover more about Roquette here.