Technical Operator

About Mariposa

Mariposa Dairy is a leading manufacturer of award-winning cheeses based in Lindsay, Ontario. Our aim is to provide the highest quality cheese products in North America while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We believe in empowering our team members to lead with integrity and drive operational excellence every day. At the heart of everything we do lies a commitment to integrity, a passion for continuous growth, and the resilience to thrive through challenges.

What we offer:

• Dynamic Work Environment: Join a fast-paced setting where you can apply your expertise and contribute to operational success.
• Collaborative Culture: We believe in teamwork and win-win relationships, fostering an environment where together is better.
• Commitment to Work-Life Balance: Fair compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible practices to support your well-being.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We value differences and prioritize inclusivity to bring together the best talent and ideas.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your career.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Technical Operator to support safe and efficient operation on our production floor. This specialized role is responsible for managing, trouble shooting, and supervising machinery on the production line to ensure our product is meeting Quality Assurance and Food Safety standards. In addition, this position requires strong communication with team members and leadership, both within and across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Embody and promote company’s core values (Integrity, Growth and Resilience).

• Adhere to all General Manufacturing Principles (GMP)

• Act as expert on relevant departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Complete all required reports accurately, clearly, and within designated timeframes

• Execute assigned tasks efficiently and in alignment with company standards

• Support overall production targets and operational success

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of the assigned line section, acting as the main point of contact for its operation, safe handling, and troubleshooting

• Set up department machines and equipment, perform line changeovers as needed, and prepare machinery for end-of-day sanitation

• Conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) checks, including metal detector inspections, in accordance with General Manufacturing Principles (GMP)

• Support team members in completing required tasks, ensure quality checks are properly carried out, and maintain production pace to meet efficiency and company standards

• Maintain clear and respectful communication with team members, Lead Hands, Supervisors, and Managers to support a positive and productive work environment

• Work collaboratively across departments to identify and communicate challenges, helping coordinate solutions and ensure smooth production flow

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Reliable attendance is critical.
• Comfort working with numbers and basic math.
• Safely handle chemicals and properly use PPE.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Some technical understanding of machinery.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Principles (GOPs), and complete forms accurately.
• Working knowledge of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and/or statutory holidays, to support production demands.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Physically capable of standing for long periods, working in ranging temperatures and humidity levels, and perform lifting (up to 25kgs), pushing, pulling and repetitive movements.
• No prior experience necessary – we can train you!
• Must successfully complete the Technical Operator Training Course following hire

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mariposa Dairy. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We kindly ask you do not contact us by phone.

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful reference checks and employment verification.

Mariposa Dairy is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

This employer only accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
• Candidates with a valid Canadian work permit.

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