Food Processing Machine Operator (Bolton)

About the job: At Agrocrop, we’re building something new and exciting, launching a fresh operation to deliver high-quality Ready To Serve packaged foods across the U.S. and Canada. As a key member of our growing team, you’ll have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business and driving our expansion forward. If you’re a seasoned machine operator with a strong mechanical background, an eye for detail, and a collaborative mindset, this could be the ideal opportunity for you to grow with us. This is a 12 hour fixed shift, candidates must be comfortable working a 12 hour shift schedule. Shift Schedule TBD. Key Responsibilities: - Champion and support our safe, respectful, and productive work environment; ensure that Safety, Production and Accuracy standards are met; comply with GMP and HACCP and BRC standards; - Read and interpret diagrams to select, position and secure machinery. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. May make minor repairs to packaging equipment as required. - Responsible for the quality and safety of our product. Secures the mechanical deployment and sealing of the finished product to the prescribed packaging material, at the appropriate weight within the production schedule. Documents inventory number and weight and organizes packages. - Accountable for product verification, fill weight control, product loss control, packaging efficiency, package quality and identification, finished product quality, and finished product/package quantity. Verifies goods packaged against package invoices. - Regularly perform sanitation duties to prepare for the next production run; keep all equipment on production lines clean, sanitary & organized condition; coordinate waste activities - Communicate clear expectations for work outcomes to team members. - Escalate any concerns about performance to the shift supervisor/production manager - Proposes improvements to the processes or machines involved Qualifications - Strong knowledge of packaging equipment, processing, and hands on experience with troubleshooting; aptitude for math, computers, mechanics and problem-solving - 1 – 3 years proven hands-on experience within the food industry or high-speed packaging plant; post-secondary schooling or completed apprenticeship preferred - Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environment and lift up to 55 lbs. - Dependable and accountable, - Ability to work collaboratively as a team. - Strong communication skills: ability to communicate information clearly. - Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. - Attention to detail, fast learner, and quick thinker. Working Conditions - Must be able to stand for long periods of time and to lift and move heavy objects. Willing to perform repetitive tasks. Agrocrop Exports Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to a fair and accessible hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Notice to Applicants: This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications on an ongoing basis. AI-enabled recruitment tools may be used to assist with parts of the applicant screening process, but all evaluations and hiring decisions are made by our hiring team. Job Types: Full time, Permanent Pay: $23.00-$24.00 per hour Benefits: - Company events - Dental care - Employee assistance program - Extended health care - Life insurance - On-site parking - Paid time off - Vision care Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pji3v