Packaging Machine Operator

About Our Company

Giraffe Foods (www.giraffefoods.com) is the industry leader in custom, private label manufacturing of sauces, dips, salad dressings and drink concentrates. We are culinary-focused and customer-driven. We anticipate and respond to the ever-changing industry demands addressing on-trend dietary needs with world-class product development and customer service. Our commitment to our employees and to contributing to the food community in North America has strengthened over our twenty years of growth and expansion.

Our products can be found under Private Label in local and national groceries, multi-unit restaurant operations, and other food manufacturers across the US and Canada. We supply a vast range of chef-created sauces and dressings for meal kits, frozen meals, restaurant entrees and salads and salad kits. Though you may not know Giraffe Foods yet, you certainly know our customers and have most likely already enjoyed some of our delicious products without realizing it.

Proud to be chosen as Canada’s Great Place to Work, Giraffe Foods boasts a strong leadership team and enjoys a mutually- beneficial partnership with our global parent company Symrise, headquartered in Germany.

Packaging Machine Operators
(Afternoon shift – 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Monday to Friday)

The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for setup, adjusting and operating various pieces of computerized and manual packaging equipment to ensure that daily packaging requirements are met.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup of the Packaging Machines to ensure efficiency, quality, and safe practices
• Setup and change product materials in a quick, efficient manner
• Ensure that all code, date, units/label printers are properly set up
• Setting up, cleaning, and calibrating all scales to maintain accurate weight control
• Ensure the line runs at or exceeds efficiency
• Provide QA with product as required for testing
• Record all equipment downtime and properly log information for maintenance purposes
• Complete all required production paperwork
• Palletizing skids of finished product
• Follow and practice all GMP’s, HACCP and SQF protocols
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the packaging area
• Work in accordance with all Health and Safety policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Education, Experience & Competency Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent, and previous experience in the food/beverage industry
• Strong knowledge and experience operating pouch packing machinery and bottle filling lines.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient ability to speak, read, write, and take direction in English
• Good mathematical and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of GMP’s, HACCP and SQF principles is preferred
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in order to meet deadlines
• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment and have good attention to detail
• Positive attitude and the ability to work effectively with a team as well as work independently as needed
• Ability to engage in routine walking, standing, bending and carry items weight up to 40 lbs plus for extended periods of time

Benefits:

• A competitive compensation packages
• An RRSP matching program
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, including an EAP program
• Ample time off throughout the year
• Growth opportunities for career advancement
• Friendly and welcoming company culture
• Fun Company Events

Interested candidates may apply on-line or submit your resume to jobs.giraffe@symrise.com

We thank everyone for their expression of interest—and are truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying—but with the limitations of time only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Giraffe Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, pregnancy, age, disability/handicap, record of offences, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require accommodation measures during any aspect of the recruitment process, we will work with you to address your needs. Information related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Packaging machine: 2 years (required)
• food manufacturing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person