Process Operator

West Coast Reduction Ltd. • Edmonton, AB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

West Coast Reduction Ltd. is seeking a permanent, full-time Process Operator for their Edmonton plant. This role is responsible for operating various processing equipment, including the Haarslav evaporator system, feather hydrolyser, boiler operations, blood processing equipment, and environmental equipment. The operator will control machinery safely, cleanly, and efficiently to minimize downtime and ensure operations meet company standards. The company transforms food waste and by-products into ingredients for animal feed, renewable energy, and other products, contributing to a sustainable local food supply and cleaner communities.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Class 4 Power Engineer Certificate, with Steam Engineer accreditation required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve process related issues.
• Certified in operating skid-steers and/or forklifts.
• Strong knowledge of all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP practices.
• Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures.
• Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance.
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily.
• Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, weather, odours and animal by-products.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a similar production environment or industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control the flow of poultry and/or porcine products through pumps and other internal processes.
• Manage internal steam pressures, pump speeds, time and temperatures, motor loads, conveyors, and augers.
• Monitor the entire system to ensure Critical Control Point (CCP) standards are met.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within control rooms and cooking areas.
• Test product on a regular basis to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain applicable HACCP documentation.
• Control the flow of raw feathers, manage speed, temperature, steam controls, metering bins, motor loads and driers.
• Operate conveyors, pumps, augers, dryer’s, bins.
• Monitor the entire system to ensure CCP standards are met.
• Work in conjunction with the Blood and Feather Operator to ensure safe operation of systems.
• Test product on an hourly basis to ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitor blood centrifuge, dryer and mill processes to ensure HACCP requirements are met.
• Actively monitor boilers and associated equipment used for steam generation.
• Monitor waste water and air handling equipment to ensure all applicable environmental requirements are met.
• Work in conjunction with the Evaporator System Operators and Blood and Feather Operators to ensure safe operation of systems.
• Perform water tests routinely as instructed as well as collection of samples for offsite testing as required.
• Wash plant laundry as required.
• Maintain operators log books and a high standard of cleanliness in the work space.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers and other hoisting devices when necessary.
• Cross-train in other departments to maintain an understanding of the entire evaporator, boiler and environmental systems operations and other operational areas such as millroom, load out or other areas as assigned.
• Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands.
• Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities as per Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies.
• Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Benefits

• Continuous training and development available
• Comprehensive compensation package provided to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits
• Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed