Industrial Packaging Operator - 12 month term

Join Grain Millers in Yorkton, SK - where small-town living meets big-time opportunity.Looking for a fresh start or your next great role in a reputable, stable, and value-driven company? At Grain Millers, we believe in doing the right thing, always. As a trusted North American leader in the food production industry, we're proud of our legacy of quality, safety, and integrity. Now, we're looking for passionate, detail-focused individuals to join our team of difference-makers.As an Industrial Packaging Operator, you'll play an important role in our production. Ensuring that high-quality products are packaged efficiently, safely, and up to the highest standards. In this role, you will operate various packaging lines, including automated and semi-automated bagging systems, palletizers, flour packaging lines, and toting equipment. You'll help us deliver excellence - every bag, every box, every time.Duties & Responsibilities: Operate a variety of packaging equipment including automated baggage line, semi-automated tote packaging lines, palletizers, ink jet labelers, check weighers, and metal detectorsMonitor and test processes at metal detectors critical control pointsTroubleshoot minor equipment issues and interpret equipment control screensSet up and calibrate lines for a variety of products, ensuring packaging materials are stocked, perform quality checks and coding checksComplete daily documentation of packing volumes, packaging summaries, and packing operationsUse the "WOW" inventory system and handheld system to scan and track production and update ordersSupport sanitation efforts and follow all food safety guidelinesEssential Qualifications:Minimum High school diploma or equivalentKnowledgeable and capable of operating complex packaging lines.Previous experience in food manufacturing / packaging may be preferred.Troubleshooting skills are an assetMust hold or be willing to hold a valid Sask. forklift operator certificate.Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.Strong computer skills (word, excel, data entry, etc.)Must have the ability to perform physical tasks repetitively such as climbing ladders/stairs and lift 50lbs and working 12 hr. shifts.Must be able to work in a grain processing environment which exposes staff to allergens such as, but not limited to, grain and grain dust.Must be comfortable in working with heights.Grain Millers Canada offers excellent salary and benefits in accordance with the current Collective Agreement. We also offer our employees:Quarterly BonusOvertime paysNight and weekend premiumsIncentive pay programCompany match RRSP programThe company supplied uniform and safety equipmentpany supplied tools.Sick & Vacation pay.Grain Millers Canada is committed to Employment Equity.While we thank all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.