Avena Foods is a specialty miller that partners with farmers and customers to bring safe, sustainable, nutritious oat and pulse ingredients to consumers around the globe which are non-GMO and gluten-free. We have three facilities: Regina, SK, Rowatt, SK and Portage la Prairie, MB.

In a career with Avena you can look forward to:

• Being a part of team committed to building an innovative and diverse culture
• Supporting your growth through professional development, training, and recognition program.

If you'd like to join a team that is collaborative, hardworking and provides opportunities for growth. Please apply.

Avena Foods is actively seeking an Operator on a 6-month term to join our team. The job location will be Regina, SK or Rowatt, SK. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager and supervised by the Head Miller, this position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of processing/milling machinery in a niche market oat processing plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates core competency in grain processing/milling, to optimize processing equipment operations and meet production goals.
• Organizes shift activities and physically performs the day-to-day processing/milling, sanitation, and reporting activities.
• Ensures safe, effective, and efficient operation of the processing/milling equipment through following SOPS, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP program and other select operating initiatives.
• Works with production staff to ensure customer satisfaction by meeting defined specifications and quality standards through the processing/milling of pure consumer ready products.
• Ensures positive working relationships while addressing food safety, plant operation, staff conduct and environmental stewardship.
• Submits recommendations for facility enhancements, production reports and other administrative documents as required.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma is preferred

Experience Requirements

• 5 years of experience in processing/milling/packaging. Grain milling is preferred
• Knowledge of food processing, packaging and food safety would be an asset
• Minimum 2 years of lift Truck experience/Certification

Other Requirements

• Excellent organizational skills
• Aptitude with numbers
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to lift 22kg (50lbs)
• Valid Driver's License and access to personal vehicle are mandatory

Employment is subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification and reference review.

Avena is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@avenafoods.com to request assistance.

This is a shift position which may include evenings and weekends. You may be required to work in ambient temperatures. This position will require manual effort such as climbing ladders/stairs lifting materials, etc..

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Regina or Rowatt