Curd Associate

**Job Title: Curd Associate**
Shift: Rotating

Department: Production

Reports to: Production Supervisor

**Indeed's salary rating is incorrect - we pay higher than what they indicate on their posting**

Under the direction of the Production Department Management Team, this position will be responsible for co-ordinating opening cheese that has been stored for future use, laying it out for upcoming production, and completing associated documentation, in accordance with all Dairy procedures, safety and health regulations to provide superior work output. This position has a flexible start, typically very early mornings, and shift hours will vary in order to meet the changing requirements of the production schedule.

**What we offer**:

- A team approach where together is better. Win-win relationships, with work life balance and fair compensation and benefit programs
- Diversity and Inclusion. We recognize the value in our differences and prioritize inclusivity to bring together the best talent
- Bi-weekly pay
- Shift Premium
- RRSP matching
- Training

**_What you will do:_**
- Accurately complete documentation.
- Operate scales and thermometers with competence.
- Safely operate Electric Carts as required (when proper training is provided)
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all required procedures and regulations to ensure quality and safety.
- Utilize sanitation products in accordance with protocols.
- Dispose of packaging products after task completion.
- Assist with rolling or packing as required.
- Communicate effectively with Supervisors, Lead Hands and other employees.
- Maintain effective and positive communication between all team members.
- Work in an efficient, timely, safe and productive manner at all times.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities including training of others.
- Any other duties as required.

**Who you are**:

- Excellent attention to detail.
- Flexibility of hours when necessary. Able to work early mornings **(2 am start times)**, or possible split shifts
- Good partnership and written communication skills
- Some work on statutory holidays and/ or weekends.
- Good team player
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Comfortable bending, pushing and pulling, and regularly lifting weights up to 25 lb.
- Able to work in ranges of temperature and humidity (including the Coolers and Tundra)
- Safe handling of chemicals and proper use of PPE.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mariposa, however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon reference checks and employment verification.

selection process.
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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