KIT Recruitment continues to engage in a positive, fulfilling relationship with this well-known Food Manufacturer in the London, Ontario area and we are actively looking for VRT Freezer/ Machine Operator, Relief. This will be a hybrid role where the selected candidate will operate as a production worker 20% of the time and a Machine Operator the other 40% of the time, and a VRT Freezer Associate 40% of the time.

VRT Freezer/Machine Operator, Relief Details:

·       Flexible work schedule. Must be available to start between 1am-6am or 5pm-10pm.  You will be on one of the above-mentioned shifts.  8.5 hours shifts, scheduled 5 days a week between Monday to Saturday. Example shift 4am-12:30pm. 

·       Pay Rate: Production Associate, probationary rate per hour is $19.96 and full rate is $22.18

·       Machine Operator, probationary rate per hour is $24.11 and full rate is $26.78

·       VRT Operator, probationary rate per hour is $25.65 and full rate is $28.50

·       Additional +$0.75 shift premium for any hours worked between 7pm-5am.

·       Benefits after Probationary Period

·       Bonus Plan based on Company Performance

·       3% RRSP contribution by employer after probationary period

·       2 Weeks Holidays

VRT Freezer/Machine Operator, Relief Job Duties:

·       You will be responsible for operating, scheduling, and overseeing the rack and product flow in the VRT, encompassing both decorating and packaging processes.

·       You will have to set up and operate the ultrasonic cutting system to ensure optimal efficiency of the VRT.

·       Equipment set up and troubleshooting adjustments, to keep products within standard and to keep all the lines running at or above required performance.

·       Maintaining the required hygiene standards of the equipment and the facility, consistent with GMP standards and Master Sanitation Schedules.

·       Waste removal from production areas as needed

·       Maintaining all BRC audit paperwork and other required documentation as may be required.

·       Liaising with appropriate staff throughout the shift to ensure continuous process and quality standards.

·       Start and operate all equipment within the department assigned, however, Critical Equipment such as the VRT and Abrigo robotic cutters will be handled by the Maintenance department.

·       Product changeovers on all equipment not classified as CRITICAL by operations.

·       Work efficiently and be sure that changeovers are smooth with minimal downtime and all time accounted for

VRT Freezer/Machine Operator, Relief Requirements:

·       2 years experience working in a FOOD Manufacturing facility as a machine operator preferred

• Working knowledge of VRT control screens, VRT design, and the Abrigo Ultrasonic cutter.
• Comfortable working with exposure to cold temperatures and basic chemical knowledge.

·       Scheduling flexibility in availability

·       Minimum of a high school diploma

·       Ability to follow diagrams of equipment setups on the line

·       Strong English communication

·       Strong Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities

·       Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently and follow instructions