Machine Operator

Job summary

The machine operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting food processing machinery while ensuring all safety protocols are followed. They must also perform manual food processing tasks and maintain accurate documentation of production activities.

Job details

Neptune Fresh Produce Inc. Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking individuals: Who are customer centric Who are able to deliver on their commitments Who value individual excellence and collective performance Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience For more than 30 years, Fresh Start Foods has proudly delivered a full range of fresh produce solutions to customers across Canada. As a valued member of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) family of companies, we are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2026. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Machine Operator to join our team based out of our Richmond, BC location. Position: Full-Time, Permanent Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Pay: $19.75/hour (paid on a weekly basis!) Duties and Responsibilities: Accurate completion of documentation when required Works in a safe manner and follows all safety procedures Set up and operate machines - slicers, dicers, peelers Perform testing procedures to ensure machines are working optimally Perform food processing functions including manual cutting, washing, and drying of products. Able to identify and retrieve products for processing Able to read the recipes (weight, cut size, volume) Monitor and troubleshoot basic machine problems/perform regular safety checks Skills, Qualifications, and Experience: Must be able to work full-time and flexible for overtime Previous manufacturing experience in a food processing facility Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Must be able to work on weekends and holidays Ability to be flexible with regards to working in production areas where needed the most Ability to work in a refrigerated environment Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including: Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage) Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Weekly paychecks Employee Family Assistance Program Opportunities for career advancement Employee Recognition Programs Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs) Training opportunities Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program Full-time hours A team-oriented work environment We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to: For Jobs in British Columbia careers@freshstartfoods.com For Jobs in Ontario fsferecruitment@freshstartfoods.com Use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

What you’ll do

The machine operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting food processing machinery while ensuring all safety protocols are followed. They must also perform manual food processing tasks and maintain accurate documentation of production activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous manufacturing experience in a food processing facility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment. The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits • Vision care • Prescription drug coverage • Disability insurance • Extended health coverage • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching program • Annual profit sharing bonus • Weekly paychecks • Employee Family Assistance Program • Career advancement opportunities • Employee recognition programs • Company-sponsored events • Training opportunities • Annual safety boot allowance program

Listed skills

• safety procedures · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Machine operation
• Food processing
• Safety procedures
• Documentation
• Troubleshooting
• Manual cutting
• Washing
• Drying
• Quality testing
• Inventory retrieval
• Recipe reading
• Weight measurement
• Volume measurement
• Machine Setup
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Lifting Ability
• Safety Procedures
• Machine Operation
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Food Services
• Medical Prescription
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Team Oriented

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• Manufacturing
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• Logistics
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