Operator, Production (Feta/Fruilano)

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the Role

You'll discover a stimulating atmosphere that fosters your professional growth in a clean and safe environment. Reporting to the Supervisor, Production, the Operator, Production (Feta/Fruilano) is responsible for assisting in the manufacturing and finishing/packaging of cheese in accordance with the standards and safety objectives established by Senior Management of the company.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Salary: $25.90/h

There are 2 salary increases in the first year of employment, with a target rate of $28.80/hour.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Complete processes which relate to Friulano/Feta/Table production
• Operate all equipment in the Feta/Fruilano department
• Record all required data and inventory entries with a high level of accuracy
• Complete Sanitation duties, which include the disassembly and re-assembly of equipment for cleaning as per standard operating procedures
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures to ensure the highest quality product possible
• Must demonstrate teamwork, co-operation, responsibility, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ensures that safe conditions exist always within the work environment; will take appropriate action to protect the health and safety of employees and comply with all requirements as stated in the Health and Safety policy
• Full participation in the HACCP program and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Successful completion of the Plant Milk and Cheese Grading course
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.
• Must be self-motivated, results oriented and possess high degree of initiative, and work well with minimal supervision.
• Must be available to work various shifts, weekends, and work overtime as required.
• Working knowledge of computers, high school diploma preferred (but not required).
• Proficiency and dependability in current position.

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.