Blade Sharpener

About The Role.

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. This role is responsible for maintaining adequate blade stock and maintaining cutter heads. They are also responsible for rebuilding and assisting in the rebuilding of cutter heads for both main line and specialty line.

Position Title: Blade Sharpener
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Coaldale
Grade: Scale 06
Requisition ID: 34383

Accountabilities

• Sharpen and maintain inventory of cutter blades needed for production
• Maintain an acceptable level of cleanliness in their assigned area
• Follow all GMP’s, Global BOPs, and Safety processes
• Take an active role in the development of cutter deck operations by being knowledgeable and supportive in the area
• Actively look for ways to improve overall Cutter Deck Operation
• Manage costs of blades, work to reduce costs associated with the blade room, stay mindful of budget and inform Supervisor if there are discrepancies or call outs
• All other duties as assigned by the Shift Manager
• Be an active member in change management for the betterment of the facility
• Active member of committees and teams (IE JHSC, Ergonomics, and SuM Team)
• Creation and development of policies and procedures for their area as well as the entire facility
• Boil out participation is required for this position

Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• Fine attention to detail
• Proven effective time management skills
• Thorough understanding of the manufacturing process
• Operation of sharpener, grinder, and other various equipment used in sharpening process
• Proven ability to work independently and complete all tasks on a day-to-day basis
• Able to prioritize and complete tasks with a keen sense of urgency
• Excellent communication skills including verbal and written as well as effective presentation skills
• Strong computer skills are required, particularly with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams and Outlook)
• Although the regular shift will be Days, there may be a requirement to work rotating shifts as necessary
• Must have a proven history of safe work habits
• Effective written, oral, mathematical and interpersonal skills
• Adheres to all Company rules, regulations and policies and all relevant rules, regulations and policies
• Experienced with the safe handling of chemicals in accordance with WHMIS
• Mechanically inclined and willing to participate in maintenance of equipment
• Able to work in a high humidity, high temperature work environment
• Physically capable of performing job duties (e.g., lifting 40 – 50 lbs as part of your daily routine)

About McCain.
At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.