Position Summary

The Machine Operator works as part of a team to meet the daily production goals. They must complete various tasks that are part of product creation, finishing, inspecting or palletizing. They must report any problems or discrepancies to their supervisor. Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) is required. The Machine Operator should have at least 5 years of experience in machine operating, as well as an overall knowledge and understanding of complicated machinery.

Reporting Relationships

The machine operator will report to their assigned supervisor and also take direction from line leads. They are expected to interact with other members of the leadership team, Quality Assurance department and staff as required to carry out their duties. All associates must work together as a team and ensure they are following all aspects of the Employee Code of Conduct at all times and if unclear they are to report to their immediate supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Duties as described, included but not limited to the following:

- Starting up, setting up and stopping equipment
- Maintain a clean and protected work environment that is free of debris. Cleaning production area - Sweep, mop, and remove debris
- Feed or place items onto equipment for processing
- Measure, pour or mix ingredients
- Cleaning, sanitizing equipment and machinery per QA standards and policies;
- Mixing chemicals per manufacturer's specifications and following safe chemical handling;
- Ensure conformance to specifications.
- Pull damaged or non-conforming product off the line.
- Record data.
- Take instructions from supervisors, line leads and Quality Assurance.
- Perform product Quality Control Checks.
- Openly communicates with co-workers to inform them of anything unusual or potentially dangerous.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in identifying issues with equipment and machines.
- Ability to break down equipment carefully and logically to find route causes.
- Rebuild and assemble equipment accurately using tools as needed.




- Operate machines on the line with proper operating procedures.
- Assume additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Adhere to GMPs, SQF and HACCP written Program.
- Follows and complies with all company health and safety rules & Provincial Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Follows and complies with all SQF/HACCP/GMP (Food Safety) protocols, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

- Attention to detail and produce timely results
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- A go-getter attitude

Knowledge and Skills

- High school diploma (Grade 12 or GED) required;
- Skilled trade is considered an asset (i.e. welder, electrician, auto mechanics, sawmill, etc.).
- A pharmaceutical/nutraceutical manufacturing background considered an asset;
- WHMIS understanding and knowledge required.
- Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading and writing).
- Basic math skills, including but not limited to, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Working Conditions

- May require overtime on occasion when approved by supervisor;
- Requires physical fitness and mobility in the plant environment;
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from ground to waist
- Some reaching and lifting over shoulder (20lbs);
- A tolerance for hot temperatures; dusty environments;
- A tolerance for high volume areas, working with loud machinery whilst using the proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time while doing repetitive tasks
- A tolerance to working with diluted chemicals safely and wear appropriate PPE for extended periods of time.

Shift Time: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM from Monday to Friday

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

- Machine operation: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Machine Operator (Delta)
🏢 Food4Change a division of Specialty Distributing
📍 Delta