Senior Operator: Production Leader & Troubleshooter

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

401(k) match

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is seeking a Senior Operator to keep production running safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. You will operate and troubleshoot equipment, perform quality checks, and support changeovers while guiding floor teams.

The role supports a 5-day week with 8-hour shifts around 11:00am; weekend hours may be required. Base wage is $25.58 per hour, with a time-limited facility plan in Washington state.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to think ahead, adapt to changing priorities, and support line coordination as a backup.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with productivity and safety focus.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and navigation of production systems.
• Commitment to product quality, food safety, GMPs, HACCP and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with ability to train and mentor.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs and sanitation procedures, reference SOPs where applicable.
• Communicate effectively with operators, maintenance, QA, warehouse and leadership while using PPE.
• Conduct quality checks and metal detector verification per food safety standards.
• Identify equipment issues, take corrective action, and minimize downtime.
• Operate and troubleshoot production equipment, including Multivac systems and metal detectors.
• Back up Production Leads and Supervisors with line coordination and daily support.
• Support multiple production areas to meet schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Train and mentor team members on equipment operation and safety requirements.
• Utilize SAP and SAP ECP to complete production transactions and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety & GMPs

Tools

SAP

SAP ECP

Job description

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is seeking a Senior Operator to keep production running safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. You will operate and troubleshoot equipment, perform quality checks, and support changeovers while guiding floor teams.

The role supports a 5-day week with 8-hour shifts around 11:00am; weekend hours may be required. Base wage is $25.58 per hour, with a time-limited facility plan in Washington state.