Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager Crush, the Oilseed Crusher Operator is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, and coordinating with expeller operator, truckers, QC, and sub-contractors. The material handler assists the expeller operator to ensure high-quality material is produced to required specifications, completed safely, on time, on budget, and in compliance environmental regulations. This position receives and scales all products incoming and outgoing to the crush plant.

When required loads and unloads trucks with front end loader.

Key Responsibilities The Material Handler has the following responsibilities:

- Shipping, receiving and loading of seed and meal, cleaning of seed, monitoring production
- Operate T Boss (scale in program) for incoming and outgoing loads
- Follow a preventative maintenance schedule providing basic maintenance and operator care of equipment and perform minor maintenance tasks such as lubrication and greasing equipment according to maintenance schedules
- Assist in sample taking for Lab testing
- Participate in emergency response and shutdown activities
- Ensure use of safety equipment and follow all safety and environmental SOPs, protocols and plans
- When required, work alongside and with the expeller operator
- Operate front end loader and other related mobile equipment
- Follow company production related policies and standard operating procedures, including assisting with the completion of hazard assessments
- Participate in daily Toolbox meetings on plant schedule, goals and objectives
- Participate in team building, training, coaching and mentoring, as required
- Participate and contribute to quality and continuous improvement initiatives
- Use electronic communication tools, and communicate with plant manager in a timely manner on issues, as required
- Submit accurate timesheets and respond positively to corrective performance management feedback
- Positively represent Canary Biofuels Inc. in the community
- Other duties as may be assigned to maintain safety,



quality and/or environmental sustainability in Canary Biofuels Inc.’s plant operations

Required Qualifications

- Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail to maximize the overall returns of the operation
- Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, may be required to lift up to 50lbs occasionally, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Training or experience operating heavy equipment (Front End Loader)
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to work in various weather, industrial and agricultural settings
- Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).
- Excellent oral and written communications and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in Inland Grain Terminals, Feed Mills, Feedlots, Seed Cleaning plants, Forage Processing or petrochemical plant
- An agricultural background would be an asset
- Experience following a BQ9000 or ISO9000 or COR program
- Experience in a production environment with a continuous improvement or quality management program
- Basic Mechanical Aptitude

Education/Certifications

- High school degree or equivalent
- Valid Alberta driver’s license

Education/Certifications - Desired

- Vocational, technical or college training would be a plus

Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay

Work Location: One location

Why Join Us

- Competitive advantages including dental, health, and life insurance
- Cooperative and innovative work environment
- Opportunities for growth in a dynamic agricultural business

We are committed to sustainability and excellence in feed production. If you're passionate about quality and agriculture, we invite you to apply. Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Material Handler (Lethbridge)
🏢 Canary Biofuels
📍 Lethbridge