Job Type:
Regular
Invest in you, JOIN AGROPUR in Edmonton. We dairy you!
Whether you’re starting your career or are ready for a new challenge in a stimulating and collaborative workplace, your next professional challenge as a Dairy Worker is right here!
Schedules will vary week to week. Candidates must have flexibility in their availability and able to work all shifts (days/afternoons/nights) and up to 36-40 hours/week.
What’s involved in the Dairy Worker role:
Set Up (When Line is Not Ready)
- To complete tasks which process controls require
- To complete mould checks and change extractor bars when needed
- Prepare packaging and inclusions as well as track usage on the tracking sheet
- Track lot numbers
- Assist with the operator upon startup and during change overs
- Communicate with operator regarding direction for assistance (ie: sanitizer and sponges, garbage boxes, fill glue pots, help with supplies)
- Ensure code daters/shrink wraps are functioning correctly
During Production
- Check product for damage, proper packaging usage/integrity and product quality
- Gather wrapped product as it exits the production line, place the product in the appropriate patterns in the shoot.
- Feed product through chute into appropriate secondary packaging such as boxes or bags
- Date if necessary and ensure that product travels on conveyer to freezer
- Clear conveyer jams if necessary
- Observe the specific work area for equipment problems, product jams, and code date accuracy
- Communicate effectively to the operator any concerns relating to product or equipment
- Ensure all necessary supplies are made and the proper information is coded on the supplies when appropriate (ie: boxes labeled, boxes prepared)
- Assist the operator where applicable with packaging supplies (ie: cartons in mastercraft, cones in dispenser, cups in dispenser, glue pots filled)
- Keep work area clean (ie: empty garbage, pick up sticks, wash floor, clean equipment)
Breakdowns During Production
- Clean work area
- Clear product from lines when appropriate
- Communicate with operator regarding direction for assistance if required
- Communicate with supervisor for direction if delay is excessive
During Shutdown
- Ensure supplies are properly returned to container
- Ensure all opened boxes are taped closed prior to shift end if time permits
- Clean work area (ie: empty garbage, pick up sticks, wash floor, clean equipment)
- Ensure all product is cleared from lines
- Track lot numbers
- Assist with set up and cleaning tanks/machines as needed
- Any other duties as designated by Supervisor
- Support the achievement of all corporate and site objectives
What you need to join our Edmonton team:
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- The ability to read and understand written specifications and instructions
- The ability to work with others and give good direction as required
- The ability to be cross trained in different production areas as per required
REASONING ABILITY
- The ability to perform routine tasks, while remaining alert and flexible
- The ability to problem solve and suggest alternatives as required
- The ability to be cross trained in different areas as per required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Bending, twisting and some heavy lifting
- Following standard operating procedures
- Good health and stamina
- The ability to work steadily and safely in a fast paced environment
- The ability to read and understand written specifications and instructions
- The ability to work with others and give good direction as required
- The ability to be cross trained in different production areas as per required
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- A full range of temperatures along with areas of high decibels
- The environment may consist of dry and wet locations with the possibility of becoming slippery.
- Working with cleaning chemicals is a job requirement.
We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR in Edmonton as a Dairy Worker!
Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.