Operator - 6-month term (Regina / Rowatt, SK)
Operator - 6-month term (Regina / Rowatt, SK)
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Job Description
Avena Foods is a specialty miller that partners with farmers and customers to bring safe sustainable nutritious oat and pulse ingredients to consumers around the globe which are non-GMO and gluten-free. We have three facilities: Regina SK Rowatt SK and Portage la Prairie MB.
In a career with Avena you can look forward to:
- Being a part of team committed to building an innovative and diverse culture
- Supporting your growth through professional development training and recognition program.
If youd like to join a team that is collaborative hardworking and provides opportunities for growth. Please apply.
Avena Foods is actively seeking an Operator on a 6-month term to join our team. The job location will be Regina SK or Rowatt SK. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager and supervised by the Head Miller this positionis responsible for the safe and efficient operation of processing/milling machinery in a niche market oat processing plant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates core competency in grain processing/milling to optimize processing equipment operations and meet production goals.
- Organizes shift activities and physically performs the day-to-day processing/milling sanitation and reporting activities.
- Ensures safe effective and efficient operation of the processing/milling equipment through following SOPS Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) HACCP program and other select operating initiatives.
- Works with production staff to ensure customer satisfaction by meeting defined specifications and quality standards through the processing/milling of pure consumer ready products.
- Ensures positive working relationships while addressing food safety plant operation staff conduct and environmental stewardship.
- Submits recommendations for facility enhancements production reports and other administrative documents as required.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma is preferred
Experience Requirements
- 5 years of experience in processing/milling/packaging. Grain milling is preferred
- Knowledge of food processing packaging and food safety would be an asset
- Minimum 2 years of lift Truck experience/Certification
Other Requirements
- Excellent organizational skills
- Aptitude with numbers
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to lift 22kg (50lbs)
- Valid Drivers License and access to personal vehicle are mandatory
Employment is subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check education verification and reference review.
Avena is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process please contact to request assistance.
This is ashift positionwhich may include evenings and weekends. You may be required to work in ambient temperatures. This position will require manual effort such as climbing ladders/stairs lifting materials etc..
Start Date: To be discussed
Location: Regina or Rowatt
Employment Type
Temp
