Technical Operator

Mariposa Dairy•Lindsay, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Mariposa Dairy is a leading manufacturer of award-winning cheeses based in Lindsay, Ontario. Our aim is to provide the highest quality cheese products in North America while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We believe in empowering our team members to lead with integrity and drive operational excellence every day. At the heart of everything we do lies a commitment to integrity, a passion for continuous growth, and the resilience to thrive through challenges. We are seeking a Technical Operator to support safe and efficient operation on our production floor. This specialized role is responsible for managing, trouble shooting, and supervising machinery on the production line to ensure our product is meeting Quality Assurance and Food Safety standards. In addition, this position requires strong communication with team members and leadership, both within and across departments.

Requirements

Reliable attendance is critical.
Comfort working with numbers and basic math.
Safely handle chemicals and properly use PPE.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Some technical understanding of machinery.
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Principles (GOPs), and complete forms accurately.
Working knowledge of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and/or statutory holidays, to support production demands.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.
Physically capable of standing for long periods, working in ranging temperatures and humidity levels, and perform lifting (up to 25kgs), pushing, pulling and repetitive movements.
Must successfully complete the Technical Operator Training Course following hire

Nice To Haves

No prior experience necessary – we can train you!

Responsibilities

Embody and promote company’s core values (Integrity, Growth and Resilience).
Adhere to all General Manufacturing Principles (GMP)
Act as expert on relevant departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Complete all required reports accurately, clearly, and within designated timeframes
Execute assigned tasks efficiently and in alignment with company standards
Support overall production targets and operational success
Maintain a strong working knowledge of the assigned line section, acting as the main point of contact for its operation, safe handling, and troubleshooting
Set up department machines and equipment, perform line changeovers as needed, and prepare machinery for end-of-day sanitation
Conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) checks, including metal detector inspections, in accordance with General Manufacturing Principles (GMP)
Support team members in completing required tasks, ensure quality checks are properly carried out, and maintain production pace to meet efficiency and company standards
Maintain clear and respectful communication with team members, Lead Hands, Supervisors, and Managers to support a positive and productive work environment
Work collaboratively across departments to identify and communicate challenges, helping coordinate solutions and ensure smooth production flow
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.