Crush Operator Job Listing at Richardson Oilseed in Lethbridge, AB (Job ID R13030)

Description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 160 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 3,000 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 Oilseed is one of Canada's oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings for the industrial, retail and food service markets.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.  We currently have an opportunity for a Crush Operator at our Lethbridge, AB location. 

Responsibilities:

• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules

• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:

  • Always using the required personal protective equipment

  • Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely

  • Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards

  • Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives

  • Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure

• Operate and monitor processes in Crush Plant

• Ensure proper processing and expelling of seed

• Sample and analyze seed and oil

• Minor maintenance and repair of equipment

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent

• Previous experience in an automated Food Processing facility

• Mechanical aptitude

• Willing to work a rotating shift rotation and overtime

• Excellent written, verbal and computer skills

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, benefits and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 11, 2024.

Richardson values diversity in the workplace.  Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.