Production Material Handler

Shift: Days  

Employment Type: Hourly 

Work Arrangement: Onsite 

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Material Handler is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of raw materials, packaging and finished goods within the production area in accordance with General Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.

• Pick and stage raw materials and packaging needed for production.  
• Weighs materials and packaging, and records weights on tags and labels.  
• Creates requisitions for packaging, ingredients and pallets/totes as per production schedule and on demand.  
• Receiving and storing raw ingredient and packaging into proper locations.  
• Using a RF scanner, move ingredients and packaging in the electronic system.  
• Putting materials away into appropriate locations.  
• Records timing and temperature for chilled or frozen ingredients.  
• Ensuring all paperwork and inventory documentation is completed.  
• Perform General housekeeping for production lines to ensure safe efficient and clean maintenance of work areas i.e. removal of excess supplies and pallets.  
• Basic maintenance checks on forklift equipment.  
• Accurate & timely reporting of all quality issues.  
• Perform other tasks as required.  
• Follow all proper maintenance, sanitation and Health & Safety protocols at all times.  
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and general housekeeping. 

• 1 year of warehouse or equivalent experience required
• Forklift license required (Reach Truck, and Electric Pallet)
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

• Able to perform above duties in a fast-paced environment.  
• Able to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve.  
• Able to operate material handling equipment in a safe manner, consistent with established procedures, including maintaining forklift batteries, conducting daily circle checks and completing required documentation.  
• Good knowledge of inventory control and order picking.  
• Able to count, sort, code, and record information as required for inventory control.  
• Good knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, Health & Safety procedures, including, OH&S Act & WHMIS.  
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.  
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as a Quality Focused, Service Oriented Team Player.  

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses.  We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves.  When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.  As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you're willing to push yourself to get there.  We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.  

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits, with coverage beginning following the completion of your probationary period.

• Health, Prescription Drugs, Dental & Vision
• RRSP Program
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Extended Health Care Benefits, Health Care Spending Account, Out of Country/Emergency Medical Travel, and other optional benefits.
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

Bidding Information:

For specific information on the bidding procedure, including bid eligibility requirements, please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.  You may cancel or remove a bid by selecting "Withdraw Application" from the Actions dropdown, found on the Job Applications page under Careers within SuccessFactors.  Please refer to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement to understand if/when this is contractually allowed.  Positions may be posted internally after the bidding window has ended.  This is not intended to extend the window for bidding.  This is to allow employees to refer friends or family members not currently employed by Ventura Foods.  

Physical Demands:

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.  Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds.  We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.