Production Worker - AM and PM Shift

Sunrise Farms•Abbotsford, BC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain as dedicated as ever to both providing a quality work environment for our employees, as well as producing only the highest quality products for our customers. We are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. Job Purpose: To ensure the efficient preparation, handling, processing, and packaging of products in accordance with customer specifications and established company policies and quality standards.

Requirements

Entry-level position; in-house training provided.
Successful completion of all applicable department-specific tests.
Ability to lift up to 23–25 kg regularly.
Manual dexterity for operating machinery, tools, and computers.
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills (typically acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent).
Ability to accurately complete paperwork and follow written instructions.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Highly flexible and able to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Review incoming raw materials to ensure they meet company standards (age, temperature, no foreign materials, etc.).
Unload raw products into totes or bins and prepare them for further processing.
Dump and inspect lugs of product, remove liners, and check for foreign materials.
Transfer product between totes and bins using tote dumpers; push/pull bins up to 300 kg as required.
Set up, load, and adjust machines (e.g., injectors, tumblers, pre-dusters, batter applicators, breaders, sealers, Raypack machines) according to specifications.
Fill machines and tumblers with products and spices as per formulas and customer requirements.
Empty machines and tumblers into bins/totes and correctly identify product on production sheets.
Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report defects or malfunctions immediately.
Assist in preparing production lines (moving tables, conveyors, boxes).
Package products by weight or piece count as directed.
Assemble and tape boxes, weigh and label products accurately, and maintain required production line speed and accuracy.
Operate manual/electric pallet jacks to move finished goods and supplies.
Accurately complete all production, oven, and batch sheets (dates, batch numbers, lot numbers, times, product identification, etc.).
Communicate with Lead Hands, QC, Supervisors, and Management regarding product specs or issues.
Report all accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to First Aid and Supervisors.
Follow all company policies, safety standards, and procedures.
Maintain general housekeeping in all work areas (“Clean as You Go”).
Perform additional tasks as assigned by Leads, Supervisors, or Management.
Other duties as required or instructed.