Processor 2

Shift :  Afternoons

Employment Type :  Hourly

Work Arrangement :   Onsite

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Processor 2 is responsible for ensuring the products scheduled for production are produced as per the proper recipes and formulas and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Setting up equipment for product runs and changeovers, including working with maintenance as required without assistance
• Pre-scaling ingredients as per cook sheets accurately and efficiently without assistance
• Monitoring processing activities against production schedule and update QC, Maintenance and Supervision on progress as needed
• Implement changes / adaptations to formula and / or process as per written instructions without assistance
• Execute modifications (without assistance) to ensure batches produced conforms to specifications
• Ensuring all QC protocols are in place and completing all required documentation (including daily records) accurately and on time
• Assisting in training as required to ensure proper production SOP's. GMP's, equipment and Health & Safety Standards are met
• Inspecting equipment & initiating appropriate sanitation protocols as per the Company's SSOP's
• Ensuring all standards for sterilization, sanitation & housekeeping as per Company SSOP's are met
• Batch / process for product trails as required
• Participate in Customer Audits as required
• Integrating all plant, quality, safety and security policies and guidelines into all day to day activities on the job
• Able to train new employees
• Perform tasks on time
• Delegate and work with Team Workers to perform tasks of the processing floor
• Be the main contact for the processing department when Supervisor is absent
• All other work as assigned by duly authorized Supervisor or Team Leader

Education and Experience :

Knowledge and Skills :

Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses.  We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves.  When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.  As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there.  We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits, with coverage beginning following the completion of your probationary period.

Bidding Information :

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Physical Demands :

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum : intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment :

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and / or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to :

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.  Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds.  We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.