Liquids Operator - Night Shift (11:00pm to 7:00am)

GRIFFITH FOODS

Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for food industry customers throughout the world. Our products include seasoning blends dry mixes coating systems dough blends crumbs flavors sauces and food bases that are used in an extensive variety of application from snack foods and processed meat and poultry to ready meals. Our customers include food processors restaurant operators and grocery retailers. While our name may not be familiar to consumers our products are key components of foods offered by many of the worlds bestknown companies.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Team Leader this role is responsible for effective and efficient daily operation of Liquids area in service of Supply Chains overall goals of delivering customer orders on time and in full safely in compliance with Quality standards and efficiently.

Major Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to the Team Leader of Griffith Foods Canada on an ongoing basis and communicates all relevant matters pertaining to Operations.
• Ensure that the health and safety is the first concern of daily operations.
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices maintains extensive knowledge of raw materials and manufactured goods.
• Carries out duties according to procedures and work instructions covering the tasks relating to the positions function as outlined in the departments quality manual in accordance with Griffith Management System requirements.
• Setup/changeover and operate fast packaging machines.
• Repetitive lifting of 25 kg boxes.
• Issue raw materials in the system and follow manufacturing instructions.
• Utilize PLC control to operate equipment to make the mixes and do physical online tests to ensure product meets quality standards.
• Ensures that all liquid production processes and activities are set and run in a manner which maximizes food safety quality efficiency and safety whilst meeting cost targets.
• Actively supports the companys quality and continuous improvement programs to ensure productivity improvements and reduction/ removal of nonvalueadded activities.
• Monitors and controls the liquid production area to ensure standards are maintained.
• Involved in the induction and training of new and existing employees.
• Participates in and plans and supports all R&D activities within assigned processes.
• Ensures Coordination of maintenance activities to minimize downtime in production and the implementation of preventive maintenance schedules.
• Assists in the day to day running of designated liquids processes.
• Records all downtime QS checks on Redzone and paperwork as required.
• Exercises Good Manufacturing Practices sanitation and production procedures enhancements.
• Collaborates with R&D in trial preparation and in develop optimum manufacturing instructions.
• Ensures product quality food safety and yield targets are met.
• Communicate with previous and next shift to ensure a smooth handoff for continuous production.
• Ensure safety procedures are fulfilled throughout the day and at the end of each shift.
• Look for ways to improve the process and work environment and help implement the improvements through the Supply Chain One Kaizen A Month program.
• Understand and follow all security HACCP GMP and BRC policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned within and outside of the department.

What to Expect:

• Paid topup for Pregnancy Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
• Expanding global organization with career development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive wages with excellent benefits coverage (100% of premiums paid by Griffith Foods).
• Extra earning potential with options to work overtime.
• Diverse and inclusive workforce with an excellent work culture with companywide events and committees with the chance to get involved and make a difference.
• Generous Pension with RRSP/TFSA/RESP plan participation.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Uniforms/PPE provided in addition to safety boots program.
• Free Wellness Portal supporting financial mental physical and social needs.
• Annual wellness allowance company subsidized cafeteria free parking and so much more!

*Please note that terms and conditions apply.

What Will You Bring

• High school diploma Required.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment Required.

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Works cooperatively with otherson the team and other departments.
• Acts with a clear sense of ownership that is takes personal responsibility for decisions actions and failures.
• Shows personal commitment and acts to continuously improve.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures perspectives skills and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact: emailprotected.