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About the Role

Griffith Foods is hiring a Production Operator to work in various areas throughout the mix plant department. The primary goal is to maintain smooth and efficient operations while achieving daily production targets. They must adhere to safety and food safety policies while supporting the Supply Chain's goal of delivering customer orders on time, in full, and in compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operating, assembling, disassembling, and adjusting production machinery/equipment according to product specifications.
• Accurately entering and maintaining production data in DAX/ERP systems, Redzone, and SCADA (including issuing packaging and raw materials).
• Verifying work accuracy, ensuring correct materials, weights, packaging, labels, and pallet patterns.
• Following all safety, security, HACCP, GMP, and BRC policies to uphold workplace and food safety standards while safely operating required equipment, including forklifts, HMIs, and other production machinery.
• Communicating effectively across shifts to ensure smooth handovers and continuous production flow.
• Seeking continuous improvement in processes and participating in Kaizen / Supply Chain improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant work environment at all times.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg on a regular basis.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical job tasks safely and effectively.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, including comprehension of instructions, correspondence, and memos, and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Microsoft DAX, Redzone, SCADA or other ERP knowledge.
• Forklift license.
• Must currently be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess unrestricted authorization to work in Canada.
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• This is a safety sensitive position and requires the use of an N9 NIOSH-approved fitted respirator (“N95”) or an approved alternative.
• Successful candidates will be required to go through appropriate fit-testing and will be required to wear an N95 while performing their duties.
• Candidates must reside within a commutable distance of the Toronto, ON location.

Skills

• Operating production machinery
• Assembling production machinery
• Disassembling production machinery
• Adjusting production machinery
• Data entry
• ERP systems
• Redzone
• SCADA
• Forklift operation
• HMI operation
• Communication
• Continuous improvement
• Kaizen
• Workplace safety
• Food safety
• Basic math skills
• English fluency

Location

• Scarborough, ON
• Toronto, ON

Work Type

• Onsite
• Afternoon Shift

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $23.26/hr (plus afternoon shift premium)

Benefits

• Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
• Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
• Education reimbursement program.
• Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
• Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Annual incentive.

About the Company

• Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet.
• A family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA.
• Known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”.
• Product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.
• Aims to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet.
• A sustainable supply chain enables the delivery of high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities.
• A globally connected team known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by their purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World.
• We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) in our hiring process. All applications are reviewed using standardized screening questions to ensure alignment with job requirements.

Equal Opportunity

• Griffith Foods is committed to fair and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.