Food Mixer - Process Operator Role in Food Manufacturing

Are you an experienced Food Mixer or Process Operator with a background in the dynamic world of food manufacturing? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role in Brantford, ON where your attention to detail, process expertise, and troubleshooting skills will be highly valued? Randstad Operational is partnered with a top employer in the food industry to find a dedicated individual to join their team as a Food Mixer specializing in batch preparation and product cooking.

This exciting opportunity offers a competitive wage of $24 per hour and the chance to contribute directly to the production of high-quality food products. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong commitment to quality and safety, this Food Mixer position is the perfect step for your career. We are seeking a proactive individual with a proven track record in process operating and excellent planning abilities to manage essential production stages, including accurate batch mixing and precise product cooking.

As a Food Mixer and Process Operator in food manufacturing, your role is central to maintaining product consistency and quality. You will use your troubleshooting skills and initiative to ensure all equipment operates efficiently and production schedules are met. This is a vital position within Randstad Operational's specialization, ensuring the smooth flow of the manufacturing and logistics chain.

This position is based in Brantford, Ontario, and is not a bilingual role requiring the English language as a condition of employment, which aligns with local hiring practices.

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To excel as a Food Mixer - Process Operator, the ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Proven technical process operating skills, ideally gained within a food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving equipment and process issues.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and attention to detail for precise ingredient measurement and batch calculation.
• Excellent planning skills and organizational ability to manage multiple steps in the mixing and cooking processes.
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation to manage workload independently and identify areas for improvement.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and report production status.
• Ability to operate and monitor complex food production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and the ability to maintain a clean and sanitary work area.

Advantages
Choosing this Food Mixer role through Randstad Operational offers several benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage of $24/hour in the Brantford area.
• Opportunity to work with a leading employer in the stable food manufacturing industry.
• Role within the Randstad Operational specialization, offering career support and resources.
• Potential for growth and continuous development within process operating and food production.
• The chance to utilize your expertise in batch mixing and troubleshooting in a critical production function.
• Work in a team-focused environment where safety and quality are top priorities.

Responsibilities
The core responsibilities of the Food Mixer - Process Operator include:

• Manage and execute the accurate mixing of raw ingredients to produce product batches according to strict recipes and specifications
• Oversee the operation and monitoring of cooking machinery and equipment to ensure products are cooked precisely to the required temperature and time parameters.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety regulations (HACCP, BRC, etc.).
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and basic preventative maintenance tasks on mixing and cooking apparatus.
• Conduct quality control checks throughout the batch mixing and cooking processes, documenting results accurately.
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve operational issues or deviations during the food production process swiftly.
• Maintain detailed and organized production logs, batch records, and inventory sheets.
• Proactively plan the sequence of production tasks and ingredient staging to ensure efficient flow and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with the food manufacturing team, including maintenance and packaging, to ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following essential requirements for this Food Mixer position:

• Must have prior experience in food mixing or batch preparation within a food manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated background as a Process Operator or similar machine operation role in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of technical troubleshooting and process control.
• Ability to stand, lift, and perform physically demanding tasks as required in a food manufacturing setting.
• Flexibility to work various shifts (e.g., mornings, afternoons, nights) as required by the food production schedule.
• Proven ability to exercise initiative and excellent planning skills to manage production workflows.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Summary
Is this Food Mixer - Process Operator role in food manufacturing in Brantford the perfect fit for your skills in batch mixing, cooking, and troubleshooting? Randstad, a global leader in talent solutions, is ready to connect you with this fantastic opportunity. Our recruiters are experts in the Randstad Operational specialization and will guide you through every step, ensuring a smooth transition into your new career.

Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Food Mixer, or connect with one of our specialized recruiters to learn more about this role and the company.

If this Food Mixer job doesn't quite fit what you are looking for, reach out to our team of Randstad Operational experts today to discover more exciting job openings in food manufacturing and beyond!

Please call the office at 519-758-1511
or email melanie.gale@randstad.ca

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