Job Description

Joining Nortera Foods Inc. means joining a team that grows together!

As the North American leader of ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable foods.

Nortera Foods Inc. produces major private and retail brands and markets its own Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

Why choose Nortera:

Competitive hourly wage;
Range of social benefits
Environment that fosters learning and professional development;
Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Appropriate work intensity level:
Light Lifter: Ability to repetitively lift from 2 kg to 2.5 kg within a 12-hour shift.
Heavy Lifter - Ability to repetitively lift 30 kg to 32 kg within a 12-hour shift.

Based on lifting abilities, include:

Light Lifter:

· Attribute – inspect quality of product; maintain paperwork and record of findings; collect samples; perform temperature checks

· Data Collector – perform testing during points in the process; enter data into KPI program

· Inspection – inspect product for any foreign material and remove after further processing

· Line Grader – check quality and integrity of cans; check air pressure, density and fill line

· Rework – inspect visual appearance of cans nd clean up cans; dispose of defective

· Scale house – coordinate gate operations; weigh trucks upon entry and exit, completing documentation

· Slab Control – keep the slab clean and ensure birds, etc. are deterred from product

· Tote Filler – control the flow of product into totes

· Trim & Inspection – inspection of corn after husking and to remove defective product

· Other duties as may be assigned

Heavy Lifter:

· Auto Cutter Service – maintain corn cutting area and keep cutters clean to prevent jamming

· Cream style Technician - measure and mix ingredients, monitor starch maker, monitor flow of product and data recording

· Multi-Equipment Operator (bobcat,dozer, forklift, telehandler )- transport raw materials, finished products and packaging materials throughout the plant and warehouse manually or with powered equipment

· Cooker Greaser/Helper – oil and grease to prevent mechanical issues and maintain optimal performance; conduct discharge temperature checks; inspect can seams; address line jams and dispose of defective cans

· Depalletizer – maintain the output of cans by operating depalletizing equipment

· Fill Check – monitor appropriate filling of cans

· Fill Operator – ensure stock of lids is provided to ensure continuous operation; address any line jams or incomplete installation of lids

· Headwasher – clean, dissemble and re-assemble cutter heads; remove and clean knives, install knives, set apertures and tensions

· IPS (in process sanitation) – clean inside and outside of area and equipment

· Knife Sharpener – maintain quality and efficiency of cutting tools by cleaning, sharpening and buffing

· Palletizer – maintain the input of cans by operating palletizing equipment

· Pregrade – test incoming raw product per defined criteria; data recording of results

· Pea Truck Unloader – monitor the unloading of product and ensure flow is continuous

· Process Coordinator – assist process control and machine operators in performing their duties

· Sanitation – cleaning and sanitizing equipment

· Starch Attendant – operate starch mix system

· Tote Dumper – monitor hopper levels, flow of product and control panels

· Tote Maker – constructing totes to store product

· Tunnel Tender – clean and rake product line; break product using appropriate tools

· Wrapper – operate shrink wrapping equipment

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS OF THIS ROLE:

No previous skills necessary
Experience working in food production or other manufacturing experience is considered an asset
Must be capable of speaking, reading, and writing English at a Level 3 requirement
Must be able to work in a temperate and/or refrigerated environment
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts and follow a continental schedule
Proven ability to work effectively as a team
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or leg

Nortera Foods Inc.

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