Mixer/Batcher (Afternoon)

Ventura Foods • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, Processor 2 is responsible for ensuring the products scheduled for production are produced as per the proper recipes and formulas and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.

Requirements

• Previous production or processing experience or equivalent required.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as a Quality Focused, Service orientated team player
• Solve problems independently as per standard guidelines and procedures
• Written skills for document completion and use
• Oral & written communication to give and understand work instructions (both written & verbal)
• Working with others, problem solving, critical thinking, continuous learning, finding information
• Significant use of memory

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma is preferred.
• Forklift, Reach Truck and Electric Pallet Truck License is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Set up decks and equipment for product runs and changeovers per cook sheet, ensuring safety, quality, and production standards.
• Pre-scale ingredients accurately and efficiently according to cook sheets.
• Monitor processing activities against the production schedule and update QC, Maintenance, and Supervisors as needed.
• Ensure QC protocols are followed and complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Inspect equipment, initiate sanitation protocols, and maintain sterilization, sanitation, and housekeeping standards per SSOPs.
• Ensuring all standards for sterilization, sanitation & housekeeping as per Company SSOP's are met
• Assisting in training is required to ensure proper production SOPs. GMP's, equipment and Health & 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
• Participate in product trials, customer audits, and integrate plant, quality, safety, and security policies into daily operations.
• Delegate tasks effectively, train new employees.
• Perform tasks on time and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• All other work as assigned by duly authorized Supervisor

Benefits

• Health, Prescription Drugs, Dental & Vision
• RRSP Program
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Extended Health Care Benefits, Health Care Spending Account, Out of Country/Emergency Medical Travel, and other optional benefits
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED