Job Description
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, Machine Operator 1 is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of production line equipment, ensuring all products meet established quality and food safety standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, compliant, and productive manufacturing environment.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up equipment for product runs and changeovers, including working with maintenance as required.
- Monitor and manage production activities to meet daily and weekly production plans.
- Perform corrective machine adjustments to maintain optimal performance.
- Maintain shift log of production and other data on Efficiency & Quality Application and ERP Application
- Accurate and timely reporting and completion of Quality related documentation, issues or concerns
- Assist in training as required to ensure proper production SOPs, GMPs, equipment and Health and Safety Standards are met.
- Carry out timely and effective line handover between shifts, including the completion of proper documentation and accurate briefing on progress/issues.
- Ensure proper maintenance, sanitation and Health and Safety protocols are always followed by all team members.
- All other work assigned by duly authorized Supervisor or Team Leader.
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of Machine Operator experience or equivalent required.
- Electric Pallet Truck license is a definite asset.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Properly store, mix, and use cleaning chemicals in compliance with SOPs, HACCP, WHMIS, and safety procedures.
- Able to perform above duties in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize and solve problems.
- Interact with customers during trials, audits and visits to provide information and answer production related questions.
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions related to duties.
- Able to provide verbal and written instructions to others.
- Operate machinery to process and bag, box or otherwise package food products.
- Good knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, Health & Safety procedures, including OHSA & WHMIS.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and production reporting tools.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
