Packaging machine operator - food processing

Bulwark Craft Ciders is situated in New Ross, NS and is hiring a Packaging machine operator - food processing to join the team. Ideally suited for a motivated individual ready to join the team immediately. Terms of employment: Term or contractFull time. The schedule involves Overtime required, Day shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must operate machinery to process and package alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
• The candidate must record production information.
• The candidate must clean machines and immediate work areas.
• The candidate must inform supervisors of mechanical malfunctions or product irregularities.
• The candidate must make adjustments to process variables.
• The candidate must maintain a shift log of production and other data.
• The candidate must set up and adjust processing and packaging machines.
• The candidate must check products for defects and ensure conformance to company standards.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must hold a certificate or diploma in a related trade.
• The candidate must have 2 to less than 3 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be resourceful.

Work Site Environment

• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
• The candidate must work in hot conditions.
• The candidate must work in cold or refrigerated conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate's relocation costs should not be covered by the employer; if the company does not provide a relocation package, you may request an advance on your earnings to cover some of your moving expenses.
• The candidate should be willing to relocate and be ready to move to a new city/different city for a job.
• The candidate must work in wineries to assist with production, processing, and quality control of wine products.
• The candidate must work in a non-alcoholic beverage plant to operate machinery, manage production, and maintain product quality.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

How to apply

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By mail

7155 HWY 12 suite 85
New Ross, NS
B0J 2M0

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?