Machine Operator - Seasonal

Refresco•Calgary, AB

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the machine operator is committed to providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Machine Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating machinery on the production lines to comply with the established standard operating practices for each customer. This position offers the opportunity for career advancement to a Production Lead Hand role. Employees who successfully complete training and demonstrate proficiency in operating all production equipment, consistently meet performance expectations, and exhibit strong leadership, teamwork, safety, and communication skills may be considered for promotion. Advancement is based on successful completion of the Machine Operator training program, demonstrated high performance, operational competency, and business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
Experience in a fast-paced food or beverage manufacturing and packaging environment; beverage production experience is preferred.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of beverage production equipment, including depalletizers, fillers, labelers, carton packers, case packers, palletizers, coders, pallet jacks, conveyors, and lifting devices.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and safely in a high-volume production environment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and remain productive under pressure while meeting production targets.
Experience operating automated packaging or beverage production equipment is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, WHMIS, sanitation, and food safety practices is considered an asset.
Forklift experience or certification is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned production equipment (e.g.,Depalletizer, Filler, Labeler, Carton Packer, Case Packer, Palletizer, etc.) in accordance with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Adhere to all Health and Safety policies, procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety requirements.
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
Comply with food quality and food safety standards while ensuring all products meet customer and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate a thorough operational knowledge of assigned production equipment and related auxiliary machinery.
Follow the production schedule and communicate effectively with the Lead Hand, Production Supervisor, and team members regarding operational issues, equipment concerns, or schedule changes.
Continuously monitor production equipment to ensure optimal operating performance, product quality, and production efficiency.
Identify and respond promptly to product quality issues, including but not limited to: Downed containers, Underfilled products, Soft, wet, or damaged products, Coding errors, Misaligned labels, Packaging defects and Palletizing issues
Inspect products to verify proper closures, lid application, can seams, shelf-life coding, and packaging integrity.
Perform equipment, package, and product changeovers efficiently while ensuring correct machine settings, tooling, and components are installed.
Verify equipment is functioning properly before and during production to prevent damage to equipment or product.
Accurately complete all required production, quality, and downtime documentation.
Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift, including end-of-shift housekeeping. Ensure waste and recycling containers are emptied as required.
Communicate effectively using radios and other communication systems to coordinate quality checks, equipment status, product changeovers, maintenance requirements, and production issues.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Hand, Supervisor, or Management.