Packaging Operator (Trenton)

Responsibilities Packaging of manufactured products meeting quality and safety standards that are established when operating the line, follow all procedures and recipe direction. Major Duties of the Position: - Set-up line according to recipe and end of shift cleaning of equipment and area - Operate filler equipment used to appropriate pack size - Operate coding equipment - Palletize according to recipe and operate trucks, complete documentation for finished goods - Coordinate activities of packaging and/or casing work group achieving established operating standards. - Timely supply of food and packaging materials to the line(s). - Assist the department team with troubleshooting and end of shift countdown. - Accurately record critical parameters on required paperwork and report deviations from standard to Quality Assurance and Supervision. - Record temperature according to the recipe requirements. - Record weight control data onto manual tallies or into computer based system. Maintain running average within allowable tolerances. - Perform routine set-up and maintenance procedures on assigned equipment, including lubrication and document out of standard deficiencies in MaintainX. - Adhere to all Health & Safety, GMP and QA standards. Pro-actively identify/report any safety concerns. - Care for the Environment by actively seeking out ways to eliminate waste of natural resources and by properly recycling any waste that cannot be avoided. - Actively participate in continuous process improvement initiatives. - Document usage decisions and recipe information in Minotaur and MaintainX and complete corrective actions as required. - Perform other duties as assigned. - Willingness to learn and implement new ways of thinking/working safely and productively to help achieve overall goals of the business. - Knowledge of minotaur transactions Job Specifications: - Grade 12 education or equivalent. - Demonstrated ability to perform whole number and fractional calculations. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Mechanical aptitude, with troubleshooting skills and willingness to train on major packaging equipment. - Ability to operate walkie truck. - Strong multi-tasking and time management skills. - Maintain quality and safety standards. Working Conditions: Physical Effort - Occassional lifting of 25 kg ingredient bags. - Range of motion floor to shoulder. - Walking / standing – continuously. - Pulling / pushing – 200 lbs. occasionally. - Low level & stair climbing during filler changeovers. - Frequent lifting up to 24 kg (cases). Physical Environment - Operations temperature is maintained at 55-80˚ F. - High humidity and wet conditions during cleaning. Sensory Attention - Medium. GENERAL COMMENTS: The individual is part of a key functional work group responsible for the preparation of cooked sauces, meats, and starch components. They are punctual, reliable and completely familiar with the operation of the factory as a whole and work with the Department Supervisor to achieve the established factory goals. Quinte Custom Foods, thanks all applicants for their interest in the position. However only those selected for interview will be contacted. Quinte Custom Foods is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations will be provided upon request. Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. Job Type: Full time Pay: $26.00 per hour Benefits - Dental care - Extended health care - RRSP match Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o2yv3