VAN Process Machine Operator
Company Overview:
Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.
Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more.For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are now head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing plants and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.
At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.
Overview:
The Machine Operator assists in the preparation of bread loaves for slicing and crisping/baking and ensures all products produced meet the quality expectations by following company policies & procedures.
Key Ingredients:
- Set up slicer and oven machines for daily use
- Load trays into slicer machines
- Feed loaves into slicer machines
- Unload trays from the slicer and stack them on racks
- Move racks to the oven area for crisping
- Inspect the quality of crisping after the process
- Move racks to the cooling area and production line
- Perform quick sanitation at designated times throughout the shift
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work area daily
- Follow all company policies and procedures, including SOP, GMP, and HACCP
- Complete any necessary order forms
- Ensure a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free workplace
- Ensure that equipment and machinery are in safe working condition before use
- Clean and sanitize machinery and equipment used in crisping at the end of the shift
Recipe for Success:
- Ability to work overtime or rotating shifts
- Flexible and reliable attendance
- Must be able to follow directions, work without supervision
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time while working
- Operating and Controlling Machinery
- Lifting and Carrying Materials
- Repetitive Movements
- Bending and Reaching
- Manual Dexterity
- Standing for Long Periods
- Pushing and Pulling
Additional Information:
Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs.In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.
At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.
We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.