Machine Operator – Team LeadPure Flavor Farms LP is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers sharing a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Built on generations of expertise, we are the next generation of growers—strategically located throughout North America and inspired to put quality, flavor, and our retail and foodservice customers first.With a dedicated, energetic, and highly skilled workforce, we truly believe our employees make the difference. We are proud to offer a progressive, vibrant organization where you can advance your career, master your skills, and grow alongside us.The Machine Operator – Team Lead is responsible for overseeing entire production machine operations.
The key responsibility of this role is to be in-charge of the Box Making area, lead the team of Box machine operators and maintain efficiencies while complying with OHS and FS standards.Responsibilities:Identify daily box demand by taking box inventory, reviewing production schedules from the production board and schedule the tool changeovers accordinglyLead the team of Box Makers, assign box making tasks providing job details to every team member daily and monitor their work for quality and correctnessDetermine box makers weekly work schedule and make recommendations to the supervisorsTrain new hires on the box machine making them familiar with all types of boxes and their tooling's, tool changeovers SOPs, machine set ups and trouble shooting to make them independent and well-trained box makersThis role is also responsible to work as a backup machine operator and run the repack lines as a Line Lead is necessary.Erect boxes necessary to meet production needs, by hand as necessaryMonitor the quantity and quality of boxes to ensure that it is of the required standardAnticipate the quantities of trays needed for daily packing needs and meets production quotasCommunicate all variances in packaging or quality concerns to personnel with authorityMaintain and clean machines and work areaPerform daily pre-operational and post-operational checks and documentComply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Food Safety, Health and Safety and all company policies and proceduresCo-ordinate with line machine operators on a day-to-day basis making sure that all machines are fully operational and work as a backup machine operator and run the line when neededDirect workers tasks: instruct in the correct grading, sorting, and packing requirements to ensure company standards are consistently met with the focus of maximizing quality and productivity; support and provide guidance when necessaryAdministrative tasks associated with updating complete jobs and ensure traceability protocols are being followedCommunicate and address variances, quality issues and concerns with Production Supervisor; help identify the causes and implement sustainable corrective actionOther core expectations as defined by the companyQualifications:Secondary school diploma or equivalent (required); post-secondary education (preferred)Minimum one (1) year related experience (required)This role is expected to be fully trained and independent machine operator of all repack lines at LEA DC with at least a 6 months of machine operator experience on the production floorKnowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety, and HACCPMechanical aptitude; computer skills; basic mathematical skills requiredSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a teamAbility to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detailAbility to communicate effectively; written and verbalSteel-toe shoes or boots are requiredWork Environment:Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; Flexibility requiredThis job operates in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and armsThe position requires the ability to regularly lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-poundsIf you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States.
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