Package Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

Windsor Salt Ltd. • Belle Plaine, SK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Windsor Salt is hiring a Package Equipment Operator to join our Belle Plaine production facility. This role involves operating various packaging lines and equipment to produce a wide range of salt products. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to quality standards in a food-grade manufacturing environment is essential.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Understanding of Food Safety Process Controls and their impact on product quality, legality, and safety.
• Physical ability to stoop, twist, bend, reach, climb stairs and ladders, and lift up to 25 kg.

Nice To Haves

• post-secondary education or certifications considered an asset
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or processing environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with automated and mobile equipment considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagger and ensure bags are properly filled and coded.
• Operate a forklift or collaborate with the Forklift Operator to promote safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Maintain production records and perform check-weighing of bags; adjust scales to ensure accurate weights.
• Deliver salt samples to the lab as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor maintenance on the bag packer and related equipment; assist maintenance personnel with repairs.
• Coordinate salt flow to the bagging station with the Mixer Operator.
• Ensure accurate coding of all bags.
• Follow the daily production schedule, including special products, codes, and palletizing requirements.
• Conduct or assist with monthly spare parts inventory cycle counts and quarterly package/materials inventory counts.
• Monitor and report on low inventory levels of packaging materials or ingredients to the Production Supervisor.
• Strictly adhere to GMP and Food Safety requirements; report all known defects and maintain high standards for product and package quality.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Mill Manager.

What This Job Offers

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