JD Sweid Foods is one of the largest poultry and red meat further processors in Canada. We service both the retail and foodservice channels and offer high quality products that deliver on taste. Since our beginning back in 1917, our commitment and service to our customers has been the core of our success and contributed to celebrating 100 years in business. As a privately owned Canadian company, JD Sweid Foods commitment to quality comes through in all we do from our products to our people. With locations in Langley, BC and Waterloo, ON, we employ over 600 people nationally. We currently have an opening in our team at our Waterloo facility for: Service role (Day shift)
The following list of duties and responsibilities of the Service personnel (Full Time) is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job described; rather they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
- Ensure proper assembly of equipment needed for planed production in a safe and efficient manner.
- Operate and adjust equipment for optimum results (productivity and yield)
- Maximize efficiencies where possible, minimize down time, efficient change-over of products and reporting mechanical problems promptly.
- Coordinate with further processing to ensure constant flow of product.
- Perform line checks to ensure compliance with product specifications.
- Organize dry goods to ensure compliance with specifications of the customer product.
- Monitor machinery and maintain optimal levels of coatings for optimum production flow
- Dumping and lifting of totes, bags and items weighing up to 25kgs
- Adhere to food safety and HACCP principles
- Keep work area clean, free of slip and trip hazards at all times
- Other duties as directed by Production Lead Hands and Supervisors
Qualifications Required:
- Able to handle heavy lifting of up to 25kg bags
- Experience with food safety and HACCP principles
- Must be dependable and hold an above average attendance record
- Strong mathematical skills and mechanical aptitude
- Good communication skills and able to work well in a team environment
- Ability to work well under pressure and with little supervision
- Responsible to maintain a hand truck and or forklift license
Working Conditions:
- Work in cold or wet and slippery plant conditions for extended periods of time
- Must be able to work flexible shifts
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment
JD Sweid Foods is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Accommodations are available for persons with disabilities during all stages of the employment process.
Although we appreciate the interest expressed by all applicants, only those being considered will be contacted.
