Process Operator - Class 4

West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply, and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit www.wcrl.com to learn more.

At our Edmonton plant, we are hiring a full-time Process Operator who is responsible for operating the Haarslav evaporator system, feather hydrolyser, boiler operations, blood processing equipment and environmental equipment used in the processing of various raw materials. Controlling various machinery in a safe, clean, and efficient manner to minimize downtime, and ensuring operations meet the company standards are important tasks of this role.

This is a full-time, permanent position for 40 hours per week.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

Build a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees

Continuous training and development available

Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits

Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year

Take a look at our About Us video here: https://vimeo.com/396483325 .

RESPONSIBILITIES

Control the flow of poultry and/or porcine products through pumps and other internal processes

Manage internal steam pressures, pump speeds, time and temperatures, motor loads, conveyors, and augers

Monitor the entire system to ensure Critical Control Point (CCP) standards are met

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within control rooms and cooking areas

Test product on a regular basis to ensure quality standards are met

Maintain applicable HACCP documentation

Control the flow of raw feathers manage speed, temperature, steam controls, metering bins, motor loads and driers

Monitor the entire system to ensure CCP standards are met

Work in conjunction with the Blood and Feather Operator to ensure safe operation of systems

Monitor blood centrifuge, dryer and mill processes to ensure HACCP requirements are met

Work in conjunction with the Blood and Feather Operator to ensure safe operation of systems

Actively monitor boilers and associated equipment used for steam generation

Monitor waste water and air handling equipment to ensure all applicable environmental requirements are met

Work in conjunction with the Evaporator System Operators and Blood and Feather Operators to ensure safe operation of systems

Perform water tests routinely as instructed as well as collection of samples for offsite testing as required

QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Class 4 Power Engineer Certificate, with Steam Engineer accreditation required

Ability to troubleshoot and solve process related issues

Previous experience in a similar production environment or industry preferred

Certified in operating skid-steers and/or forklifts

Strong knowledge of all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP practices

Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures

Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance

Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily

Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, weather, odours and animal by-products

INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUME BY CLICKING THE "APPLY" BUTTON

Thank you in advance for your interest in this opportunity, however, only those individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.