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Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Production Associate / Machine Operator (Training Provided)
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About the role
About Peninsula Food Technologies
Peninsula Food Technologies (a sister company of Ascona Foods) is a leading manufacturer of innovative food ingredient solutions serving customers across North America. We are currently seeking two reliable, mechanically inclined team members to join our St. Catharines facility and train on our specialized casing shirring equipment.
No direct shirring experience is required. We are willing to train motivated individuals who have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and an interest in machine operation and manufacturing.
Position Summary
The Production Associate / Machine Operator is responsible for learning and operating specialized shirring equipment used in the production of food casings. This role includes machine operation, product inspection, quality verification, record keeping, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting.
Successful candidates will receive on-the-job training and will work closely with experienced personnel to develop expertise in this specialized manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn to operate and monitor shirring equipment (Weinert machine)
- Prepare, inspect, and load casings and production materials
- Perform routine operator care, inspection, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting
- Monitor product quality and identify non-conforming materials
- Segregate and report non-conforming product
- Carry out shift handovers and communicate unresolved production or quality issues
- Record batch numbers, production quantities, quality results, waste, downtime, and machine issues
- Support production trials and process improvement initiatives
- Complete required production and quality documentation accurately
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, and workplace safety requirements
- Work closely with maintenance and production personnel to minimize downtime
- Assist with packaging, inventory handling, and other production activities as required
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the facility
Qualifications
- Manufacturing or production experience is an asset
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized equipment
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Good problem-solving abilities
- Forklift experience is an asset, but not required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to safely perform repetitive tasks
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and interested in learning a unique manufacturing process. Experience operating production equipment is beneficial, but we are prepared to train candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, reliability, and desire to learn.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation of $20.00-$22.00 per hour, based on experience
- Flexible work schedules
- Comprehensive training provided
- Stable employment
- Opportunity to learn specialized manufacturing equipment and processes
- Small team environment where your contribution is recognized Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. We are looking for dependable individuals who take pride in their work and are interested in developing expertise in a specialized manufacturing role. Send Resumes to reply@asconafoods.com.
What Makes This Role Different
This is a unique opportunity to learn a specialized manufacturing process that is not commonly found in the industry. Successful candidates will receive hands-on training and become key members of a small operation where reliability, versatility, and attention to detail are highly valued.
Because our team is relatively small, employees have the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of our production processes and make a meaningful contribution to the operation.
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About Ascona Foods Group
Established in 1994, Ascona Foods Group is a leading supplier of specialty food ingredients to industrial manufacturers around the world. We offer a variety of functional ingredients, products, and processing techniques that impact successful product performance. Our business focuses on providing high quality ingredients at a competitive price through exceptional service.
With roots in ingredient manufacturing and product development, we produce quality ingredients and manufacturing aids. Our products are aimed to improve the quality and enhance the function and flavour capacities of our customers’ final products. Our team of biochemists, food scientists, and meat experts afford Ascona significant research and development capabilities. Ascona drives industry operations by owning several existing patents and trademarks that define industry standards. Our facilities include production sites, development laboratories and fully equipped pilot plants in locations in Canada, USA, Europe and South East Asia.
With a focus on client relations, Ascona’s leading edge is grounded in our commitment to our customers. Our dedication to understanding client specific needs, combined with our technical approach to product development, successfully provides our customers the highest level of service they deserve. Drawing on valued experience and utilizing proven European technology, our unique formulations give our clients a competitive advantage.
Ascona is committed to and driven by our customers, suppliers and employees. Together they have made Ascona a leading supplier of specialty food ingredients.