Type of Forklifts you be operating: Sit-down Counter Balance Forklifts, Stand Up Reach Forklifts
Location: Richmond
Shift: Morning, full time
Payrate: $22/hr
Job Description
The Production Associate plays a vital role in daily manufacturing operations by ensuring the safe and efficient production of high-quality food products. This position demands adherence to company standards, food safety regulations, and WorkSafeBC requirements, involving tasks such as operating production equipment, handling food products, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
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Perform production tasks such as mixing, assembling, cooking, packaging, labeling, and palletizing food products.
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Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
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Follow production schedules, recipes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
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Meet productivity, quality, and yield targets.
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Comply with all food safety programs, including HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation procedures.
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Perform quality checks and report any deviations or product defects.
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Maintain accurate production and quality records.
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Ensure proper handling, storage, and traceability of ingredients and finished products.
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Follow all WorkSafeBC requirements and company safety policies.
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Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
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Report safety hazards, near misses, or incidents immediately.
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Participate in safety training and toolbox meetings.
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Maintain cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and tools.
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Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as assigned.
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Support allergen control and cross-contamination prevention.
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Collaborate with team members and supervisors.
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Support continuous improvement, waste reduction, and efficiency initiatives.
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Assist with training of new employees as required.
Required Skills
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, repetitive environment.
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Basic math and record-keeping skills.
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SDCB Forklift Experience (ticket an asset).
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Reach truck experience (ticket an asset).
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1 year warehouse experience.
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Ability to stand for extended periods.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
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Ability to wear PPE all shift.
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Ability to perform repetitive work.
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Ability to work in a cooled environment (4 degrees).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments is an asset.
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Ability to work with chicken, beef, pork.
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Flexibility on working times, food manufacturing, food prep, kitchen prep, HAACP, good manufacturing processes, GMP environment.
Why Work Here?
Join a growing company that offers solid pay for production roles. Be part of a dynamic environment where you can contribute to the success of a fast-growing company.
Work Environment
Shift work may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Overtime may be required based on operational needs. The work environment includes exposure to food ingredients, temperature-controlled areas, and production equipment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, including steel-toed footwear. The start time is between 7-9 AM for an 8-hour shift, which may extend to PM or weekend shifts.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, BC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.21 - $21.21/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,BC.
Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
