Raw/htst Lead Hand

**ROLE**:Raw/HTST Lead Hand

**REPORTS TO**:Production Supervisor

**LOCATION**:Guelph

We are looking for a **Raw/HTST Lead Hand** to join our Production Team Our Raw/HTST Lead Hand is responsible for completing a variety of tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

**Opportunities**

This is a very exciting time for the Production Team as we continue to grow and expand You will be responsible for monitoring the operation of food/beverage processing machinery, receiving equipment, raw silos/tanks, Raw CIP system, and related equipment to ensure duties are performed efficiently and according to GMPs, Food Safety and Quality Programs, and OH&S regulations. To ensure machines are operating correctly, various check points are inspected for safety and quality and the entire production process is carefully observed and documented. This position encompasses, but is not limited to processing machines, receiving equipment, raw CIP systems, and any other machinery associated with the processing of raw product.

**Here is who you are **
- **Drive & Motivation**_
- You want to be part of a successful and dedicated team.
- You enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced work environment.
- **Character & ABILITIES **_
- You are attentive to details
- You can lift up to 20kg
- **Knowledge & skills**_
- You understand GMP Practices.
- **Experience**_
- You have at least 3 years of experience in the Dairy manufacturing industry.
- You have a willingness to learn

**Compensation and Benefits**:

- Wage: $30.24/hr
- Competitive wage grid in place. Increased chance to move up based on skills
- Fully paid benefits by employer except LTD
- Competitive pension plan with company contributing 5% without employee contribution.
- 2 Weeks Vacation
- On-Site parking
- 4.5 work week

**Things you will do **
- Deliver product on-time
- Understand, support, and comply with all Food Safety and Quality Programs such as Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points), Prerequisite Programs, Allergen Programs, Organic Standards, and Food Security.
- Oversee Raw/HTST Operators and ensures operators perform duties according to SOP’s and adhere to all GMPs, Food Safety and Quality Programs, Health and Safety requirements, and other company policies and procedures.
- Lead Raw/HTST operations.
- Working with management to improve performance (OEE) via SQCDME metrics and objectives.
- Support and lead the Raw/HTST Operators to achieve production targets in conjunction with other departments.
- Operation of equipment and execution of assigned duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, GMPs, Health and Safety requirements, Food Safety and Quality Programs, and other policies and procedures.
- Performing at-line product inspection for compliance with operational and critical limits, and initiation of corrective action where deviation is found.
- Aid management with the development of Standard Operating Procedures.
- Training and monitoring employees on execution of tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assisting in the development and training of subordinates as requested by the Production Supervisors and management team.
- Performing inspection and/or sanitation of equipment and work areas to verify and/or meet compliance with all preoperational safety and sanitary requirements and completion of associated Checklists and Records.
- Performing manual manipulation of equipment and operating computer systems to control product distribution, packaging machinery, and washing equipment.
- Ensuring all processor/receiving activity is recorded on the associated paperwork, including accurate product traceability information, mid-operation maintenance, monitoring information, deviations, and corrective actions.
- Collecting and submitting samples for quality assurance testing.
- Ensuring all processing equipment is operating within legal parameters.
- Ensuring mínimal time required to transition from production to sanitation.
- Conducting sanitation tasks and additional sanitation duties as required and requested.
- Troubleshooting equipment and implementing corrective actions required, within the scope of capability.
- Reporting food safety and/or quality issues to a Production Supervisor and/or Quality Assurance employee in order to initiate corrective action.
- Any other job duties requested by Production Supervisor.

**OTHER**
- You might need to work overtime during the eggnog season.

Pay: $30.24 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Are you legally allowed to work full time in Canada?

**Experience**:

- Dairy Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person