Job description:

Important Weekend Availability Requirement: Candidates must be available to work for the next six consecutive weekends as well. This requirement will be included as a condition of employment in the employment letter, and candidates will be considered based on their ability to meet this availability requirement.

Job Overview

The Production Operator will be responsible for working on the production line of Natra Chocolate America. This individual will be responsible for the operation of equipment for the manufacture of various products and will ensure all work performed adheres to all organizational standards as well as corporate and OHSA safety regulations and guidelines. This is a labour-intensive position requiring individuals to perform repetitive tasks and stand for long periods.

Duties

- Operate and attend to manual and automated equipment in the production process operation.
- Perform all functions as designated by Natra’s instruction while operating specified equipment.
- Follow all production procedures as instructed.
- Feed the line processors with packaging as needed.
- Responsible for maintaining specified temperatures, weights, run speeds and quality requirements.
- Handling raw materials and ensuring an appropriate mixing process.
- Blending several recipes in line with quality standards.
- Operating a forklift to move materials within the plant, with a valid forklift license.
- Picking, packing, receiving and restocking product.
- Managing stock and inventory control.
- Understand and review the product through specified production process, recognizing areas of defect and taking appropriate actions to rectify them.
- Perform all work to organizational standards to ensure final product meets quality standards.




- Perform quality inspections as necessary.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment problems and report product and equipment malfunctions to the appropriate authority.
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment, machines and assigned work area at all times.
- Work effectively as part of a team to ensure productivity and a high level of efficiency.
- Ensure the daily and weekly production schedule and specifications are adhered to.
- Follow all standard operating procedures and designated organizational as well as provincial and federal safety guidelines.
- Ensure all equipment is operated according to equipment manufacturers instructions, and safety guidelines are followed.
- Participate in educational and training opportunities applicable to the position.
- Other duties shall be assigned as required.

Adhere to all prescribed Regulatory and Company requirements for Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, Food Safety and Quality Systems, HACCP, Sanitation and GMP’s.

Skills

- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
- Great attention to detail and quality
- Previous production work considered an asset
- Willing and able to follow specific instructions
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with little supervision
- Ability to work as a team
- Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced setting




- Experience working in a chocolate or compound mixing or blending area (an asset)
- Ability to work weekends and/or shift work (flexible to switch between 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift according to production schedule) with a strong work ethic and employment history
- Ability to work in shifts of more than 8 hours
- Ability to stand, crouch, bend, reach and stoop for long periods
- Heavy lifting required
- Manual dexterity required

Overtime as required

Important Weekend Availability Requirement: Candidates must be available to work for the next six consecutive weekends. This requirement will be included as a condition of employment in the employment letter, and candidates will be considered based on their ability to meet this availability requirement.

Please confirm your availability for all six weekends when applying. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and indicate your preferred shift availability. We currently have openings for the following shifts:

- 6:45 AM to 3:00 PM
- 2:45 PM to 11:00 PM
- 10:45 PM to 7:00 AM

When applying, please specify which shift(s) you are available to work.

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match

Pay: CA$20.00 - CA$23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Machine Operator (London)
🏢 Natra Chocolate America
📍 London