Process Operator

The Process Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. A successful applicant will be responsible for safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining a high degree of quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Actively promote a work environment where the level of knowledge within all departments, relative to Safety, Efficiency, and Good Manufacturing Practices, along with related regulations and policies is developed and maintained.
• Provide ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjustment of the process.
• Provide support for the Quality Department for in-process testing, to ensure that products are both safe and of uniform quality.
• Ensure that good manufacturing practices are followed, and the product meets customer specifications.
• Function on a self-directed basis within cross-functional work teams to problem solve or improve processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement; develop appropriate recommendations, implement action plans, and follow up to assure effective results.
• Understand and integrate business and technical needs into all activities.
• Completion of pre-employment testing of all candidates is required.
• Perform any other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Work Environment:

• Ability to perform work of varying physical demand, including extremes of posture, temperature, and height.
• Position type and expected hours of work: Full-time position and ability to work rotational shifts in a continuous operation facility and overtime may be required.

Required education and experience:

• Post-Secondary education, focusing on Chemical Processing or Mechanical Discipline preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery if required, including rail movement and other powered industrial vehicles (Additional training will be provided to successful candidates).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to manage an important function in a complex plant environment, including strong conceptual, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must have the capability to interact effectively at all levels of management.
• Demonstrated high degree of sound judgment, resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation in handling complex technical assignments with minimal supervision

Additional eligibility qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to working in a safe working environment, including a working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety or applicable provincial legislation.
• General computer literacy skills with knowledge of spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, SAP, and database applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge and experience in both HACCP and ISO standards would be an asset