farm equipment operator

Title posted on AgCareers.com - Crush Operator

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Employer details Richardson International Limited

Job details

Job Code: R13287&nbsp;Job Description:At 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&rsquo;s Best Managed Companies with over 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada&rsquo;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 foodservice markets.&nbsp;Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.&nbsp;We currently have an opportunity for a Crush Operator at our Lethbridge, AB location.&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsibilities:Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rulesParticipate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:Always using the required personal protective equipmentEnsuring that authorized work is completed safelyUtilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazardsParticipating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiativesReporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedureOperate and monitor processes in Crush PlantEnsure proper processing and expelling of seedSample and analyze seed and oilMinor maintenance and repair of equipmentOther duties as assigned&nbsp;Qualifications:Grade 12 or equivalentPrevious experience in an automated Food Processing facilityMechanical aptitudeWilling to work a rotating shift rotation and overtimeExcellent written, verbal and computer skills&nbsp;Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, benefits and training and career development opportunities.&nbsp;Interested candidates should click the APPLY TO THIS POSITION icon to apply online by December 30, 2024.&nbsp;Richardson values diversity in the workplace.&nbsp; Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.