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*This is an entry level position
Natural Pastures Cheese Company is a small, Comox Valley-based, artisan cheese manufacturer that takes pride in the quality of the products it produces. We have a progressive, respectful, organizational culture that supports our employees and their development. Due to increased growth, we are looking for a permanent, f/t, Cheese Packaging Technician. We offer a competitive wage, opportunities for training & development, and a health benefits. If you’re interested in the above & want to be part of a busy, close-knit team, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a 5 day a week job - Monday to Friday / We are closed holidays and a week over Christmas usually as well.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurate record keeping
- Organizational / multi-tasking skills
- Cut & package variety of products by hand
- Use a variety of tools - including manual pallet jack and mechanical/electronic machinery
- Load and wrap / receive and unload pallets by hand
- Cleaning/sanitization of workspace & equipment
- Ability to lift 50 lb./25 kg, bend / twist, standing for long periods of time
- Good hearing and communications skills, as it is a factory setting
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
- Employ Food Safe practices
- Strictly adhere to all WorkSafe BC regulations and safe work practices
- Follow all company policies (Personnel, Covid, Safety, Confidentiality)
- Follow all applicable federal & provincial laws/legislation
- Love the cheese and everything about it...
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- High school graduation needed with Grade 11/12 English Level or equivelent
- Grade 11 Math or Science or Equivalent
- WHMIS (or willing to obtain)
- Violence & Harassment Awareness/Prevention Certificate (or willing to obtain)
- Occupational First Aid Level 1 – asset
- Kitchen Courses a benefit
Experience
- Experience working in a food production facility or busy professional kitchen – strong asset
- Experience on a fast moving team that achieves hard set goals daily.
- Strong communication, relationship-building & interpersonal skills
- Health & safety experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting – asset
- HACCP principles/practice – the SQF Institute certs a big asset
TO APPLY: Send your cover letter & resume to HR Manager through this website.
We thank all those who apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Language:
Work Location: In person
