Mill Utility - Winnipeg, MB

Are you interested in working for a company that partners with local farmers to produce sustainable, healthy oat ingredients to feed the world? Just west of Winnipeg, O Foods has built the most advanced oat mill in North America to meet growing global demand. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Paterson Global Foods, we have strong roots in Canadian agriculture and believe in delivering value to the entire food supply chain.

This job is for you if…

• You like variety and learning new things.
• You like mechanical systems.
• You want to get out from behind a desk.
• You want to be part of a community within an industry that has been established for hundreds of years.
• You enjoy working with a team.
• You want career opportunities within a stable, well-established industry.

Reporting to the Lead Miller – This is the entry level position in the milling department and the first steep in stating a career in oat milling. This role will be responsible for assisting the milling team in their day to day duties as well as backfilling positions when there are vacations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all oat milling manufacturing systems.
• Perform minor repairs as needed.
• Test products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Complete documentation in accordance with all policies and procedures.
• Execute the sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOP).
• Conduct thorough cleaning and sanitizing of production equipment before operations begin to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for food production.
• Operate computerized robotic packaging equipment.
• Operates in accordance with all food safety and employee safety requirements.
• Participate in all in-house relevant training.
• Participate in a respectful work environment where employees can bring forward not only ideas and improvements but concerns of all nature, including safety.
• Maintain cleaning standards in all areas of the mill.
• Participate in a respectful work environment where employee can bring forward not only ideas and improvements but concerns of all nature, including safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experienced in or knowledge of food production is an asset.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically capable of lifting 25KG.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with computer systems including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Able to work in a processing environment (steam processing, heights, no dust allergies).
• Able to complete respirator fit testing.

Hours:

• Full-time position, 84 hours biweekly
• Monday to Sunday rotating 12-hour shifts on a Panama schedule
• Overtime may be required during peak periods

Pay: $24 per hour

Benefits:

• Attractive compensation package including company-paid medical & dental benefits.
• Work-life balance and Employee Assistance Programs.
• On the job training & development and career growth opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Employee Referral Program
• Shift premium for nights

To be considered, please apply directly to our website https://www.ofoods.ca/careers/

O Foods Ltd is passionate about oats and strives to be the innovation partner throughout the supply chain from farmers to consumers. We want to be the preferred oat ingredient supplier by collaborating to create value and sustained growth for all stakeholders.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected further in the process will be contacted.

O Foods Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and is committed in building a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage women, aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.