Position Title: Temporary Sanitation Operator
Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 43244
In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.
The Sanitation Operator is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the processing plant while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards. Reporting to the Sanitation Lead Hand, this role plays a critical part in supporting daily plant operations in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment.
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Complete all TQC documentation and follow HACCP system procedures for assigned processing areas
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Adhere to all safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
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Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and facilities
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Perform general housekeeping duties across the plant
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Report daily tasks, issues, and progress to the Sanitation Team Lead
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Work effectively in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled (10°C) environment
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Handle materials and perform lifting requirements up to 40 lbs unassisted
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Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
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Complete required training programs (e.g., WHMIS, chemical systems, allergen training)
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Obtain and maintain necessary certifications (e.g., lift truck, scissor lift, zoom boom, fall arrest)
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Support additional duties and cross-functional tasks as required
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High school diploma (Grade 12) or GED required
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Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
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Mechanical aptitude and physical capability to lift up to 40 lbs
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Basic computer skills; SAP experience is considered an asset
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Willingness to cross-train across various plant areas (e.g., Cutter Deck, Potato Receiving, Batter)
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle unexpected situations calmly
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Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic production environment
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Willingness to complete required certifications (e.g., WHMIS, TDG, confined space, equipment licensing)
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Successful completion of a 90-day training period
The Sanitation team supports plant operations by ensuring a clean, safe, and compliant production environment. This role works closely with the Sanitation Lead Hand and cross-functional production teams, contributing to overall plant efficiency and food safety standards.
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At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
Compensation Package: - Starting at 25.13 CAD hourly + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Should this role hold a duration of 12 months or longer, you will be eligible for our full benefits suite. This includes the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit details are available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know, and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
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Job Family: Manufacturing
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)
