Do you have the appetite to Grow Your Magic?
Consumers everywhere are increasingly conscious of the quality of the food they eat. Puratos develops, produces, and distributes a unique range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers who demand the very highest quality.
Founded in Belgium in 1919, Puratos is growing rapidly with over 10,000 employees in 85 countries. Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit and core values continue to propel our global ambitions. This coupled with our commitment to our communities is what makes working at Puratos so magical.
Packer Operator – Day Shift (1 year Contract) WAGE: $23.41per hour DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a one year contract position. The primary role of the Production Packer is to provide critical support in reducing production down time, assisting Production Supervisor or Line Lead Hand in planning and supporting the production staff in a manner that creates engagement and productivity within the team.
Key tasks Supports the Puratos safety and quality system by implementing and following procedures, enforcing GMP requirements, and participating in training.
As necessary, performs tasks in order to meet daily targets and fills in for breaks, as well as scheduled and unscheduled absences.
Able to work unsupervised, as well as working together with others
Must we capable of bending and or lifting 60 lbs
Respond appropriately to emergency/unscheduled equipment issues and trouble shoot problems, making a determination if Maintenance needs to be called to address the issue.
Practice and enforce QA, HACCP, Food Safety, and SQF 2000 requirements in all aspects of production operation.
Assists in developing SOPs and Standard Work documentation processes and tasks for essential day-to-day operations, train to SOPs, and ensure employee adherence to SOPs when performing job responsibilities and tasks.




Actively participates in toolbox meetings with other staff.
Ensures a respectful, safe, and healthy work environment for staff.
Assists with positive cross-functional/departmental relationships.
Must be capable of standing a minimum of eight hours
Foster safe work practices by enforcing standard safety procedures and as required develop and implement practical recommendations for safety practices.
Assist in the implementation of the company’s health and safety program.
Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by recommending measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of processes and suggest changes in working conditions to increase efficiency.
Identify, recommend and implement cost saving measures.
Safe handling of chemicals, Manual and/or electrical pallet jacks
Be a safety leader, work together with others and look out for others
Report all quality and safety issues immediately
Perform miscellaneous tasks as required.
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements High School Diploma (OSSD)
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in food manufacturing environments
Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
Capable of lifting 50lbs on a continuous basis
Proven record of safety.
Good attendance and punctuality.
Positive verbal and written communication skills with the proven ability to communicate one-on-one and in group settings; facilitates positive communication between supervisors and production staff.
This position requires proficiency with numbers/basic math




Problem solver with good analytical skills and the ability to trouble shoot as the need arises. I.E. Equipment and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Organized in approach to work assignments, practices effective time management, prioritizes tasks, and able to move from one task to another efficiently and accurately.
Proven record of safety.
Able to work flexible hours and overtime as required.
Experience in a culturally diverse work environment.
Working proficiency with MS Office applications and Internet applications.
What Puratos offers Competitive wage (in accordance with our Collective Agreement) and benefits
Rewarding career and growth potential worldwide
Challenges in an excellent international company
Fast pace and dynamic working environment
Be an integral part of a successful and profitable company.
Puratos Canada Inc. is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Accommodations are available on request for applicants with a disability in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact [email protected] or (phone hidden) ext. 120 if you require accommodation.
At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

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📌 Contract Packer (Spareboard) (British Columbia)
🏢 Puratos
📍 British Columbia