Milk Receiver - Jobs in Teeswater

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Department: ProductionReports to: Production SupervisorStatus: Full-time (2 openings)Job Scope:Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the scope of this position involves handling, receiving and unloading milk and cream shipments, as well as the blending of products per formulations.Key Responsibilities:

• Operate automated equipment through control panels
• Conduct Clean in Place (CIP) and sanitize the tanks, silos and line circuits including housekeeping of the milk receiving and blending area
• Take accurate and detailed production and CIP records
• Perform routine manual checks of systems, valves and lines and troubleshoot as required
• Conduct visual inspection of incoming bulk tankers to ensure they are clean and free of debris that may cause contamination
• Moving, or#39;shunting, #39; empty and loaded air breaks trailers from the loading docks to and from the yard
• Blend product according to formulations and complete necessary documentation
• Receive, unload and record milk and cream shipments
• Troubleshooting of equipment in a fast pace environment
• Work closely with quality control staff to standardize raw products efficiently and adequately for processing
• Responsible for respective Critical Control Points as outlined in the facilities HACCP manual
• Food Safetyamp; Quality responsibility as outlined in SOPsamp; other training materials provided and accurate record keeping
• Attend prescribed courses and training as required

Qualifications:

• Valid Ontario G Class Driver #39;s License

Experience in a food or dairy facility is not required but considered an asset

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including excellent sanitary habits, CIP systems and possess knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Milk and cream Graders #39; Certificate considered an asset
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to be flexible in terms of shift work and perform other duties as required

• Physically capable of performing the demands of the job and ability to multi-task
• Good communication skills, including written and verbal

Mechanical aptitude and solid troubleshooting skills

• High level of accuracy and mathematical abilities
• Basic computer skills would be an asset

Working Environment:Extended exposure to dust, extreme temperatures and multiple deadlines. Frequent exposure to hazards including chemical substances, hazardous machines and moving objects. Regular exposure to noise and odour.Physical Demands:Standing and walking, for extended length of time. Crouching, climbing stairs and working in awkward positions for considerable length of time. Occasional lifting of materials to a maximum weight of 25 kg.Comprehensive Benefits Package:We offer strong vacation, FULL BENEFITS, matched RSP #39;S after 1 year (5%),Salary: Competitive hourly wages, plus shift premiums (Extra 1.80 on Saturdaysamp; $10/hr on Sunday), plus performance-based bonus, plus other incentivesSchedule Availability:

• Rotating days and nights continental shift
• Weekend availability (Every other weekend)

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt #39;s Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America #39;s first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.For more about us visit: http://www.gaylea.comGay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.Wishing you all the best with your career search!Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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• 21 Clinton St N, Teeswater, ON N0G 2S0, Canada