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Material Handling Operator

Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Pension
Flexible Benefits Plan
Training And Career Development Opportunities

About the role

Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities. Richardson Milling, a division of Richardson International, is the largest oat miller in North America and one of the leading oat millers in the world. Richardson has processing mills in the Canada, the U.S., and the U.K. and is proud to have the most extensive oat supply thanks to strong relationships with oat growers. Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Material Handling Operator at our Portage la Prairie, MB facility. Reporting to the Elevator Manager, this position is responsible for assisting with shipping and receiving of deliveries in accordance with standard documented procedures and checking for damaged products. Responsibilities: Assist with binning, cleaning, drying, blending, and storing of product within the facility Prepare railway cars and/or trucks, including weighing and identifying product for shipment Operating systems to transfer and load product into railcars and/or trucks, including cleaning and sealing trucks and/or rail cars Assist with sampling and testing Perform routine maintenance on material handling systems and completing all related documents as required Qualifications: Grade 12 education or equivalent Must be self-directed, able to work independently and have excellent interpersonal skills Must be able to work a rotating shift, including overtime on weekends Experience operating a forklift is considered an asset Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by July 29, 2026. Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.

About Richardson International

Food and Beverage Manufacturing
1001-5000

Richardson International is Canada’s largest agribusiness. Based in Winnipeg, Richardson has over 2,900 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.

Richardson is a worldwide handler and merchandiser of all major Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds and a vertically integrated processor and manufacturer of oats and canola-based products. Richardson offers a world of expertise in grain handling, merchandising, logistics, and crop inputs sales as well as oilseed processing, milling, and food product development.

Established in 1857, Richardson has been serving farmers and promoting Canadian agriculture for more than 160 years. Today, the Richardson name continues to be synonymous with quality and integrity. Our focus remains on supporting our producers, nurturing strong business relationships with our customers and suppliers, and caring for the communities in which we live and work.

Richardson International is a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited.

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