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Aerotek Food Production Worker in Richmond, British Columbia
Job Title: Food Production Worker
Job Description
The Food Production Worker supports daily manufacturing operations by safely and efficiently producing high-quality food products in accordance with company standards, food safety regulations, and WorkSafeBC requirements. This role involves operating production equipment, handling food products, maintaining strict sanitation standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Perform production tasks such as mixing, assembling, cooking, forming, packaging, labeling, and palletizing food products in accordance with established procedures.
Work primarily in forming or boxing areas, while remaining flexible to support prep and cooking areas as needed.
Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently, promptly reporting any issues or malfunctions.
Follow production schedules, recipes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistent product quality.
Meet established productivity, quality, and yield targets while minimizing waste.
Comply with all food safety programs, including HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and sanitation procedures.
Perform regular quality checks on products and packaging, and immediately report any deviations, defects, or concerns.
Maintain accurate production and quality records to support traceability and regulatory compliance.
Ensure proper handling, storage, and traceability of ingredients, work-in-progress, and finished products.
Follow all WorkSafeBC requirements and company health and safety policies at all times.
Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the shift and follow safe work practices.
Report safety hazards, near misses, and incidents immediately to support a safe workplace.
Participate actively in safety training sessions and toolbox meetings.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, equipment, and tools throughout the shift.
Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as assigned, including supporting allergen control and cross-contamination prevention.
Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to achieve production goals and resolve issues.
Support continuous improvement, waste reduction, and efficiency initiatives within the production environment.
Assist with training and supporting new employees as required, sharing knowledge of processes and standards.
Essential Skills
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to product quality and food safety.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, repetitive production environment.
Basic math and record-keeping skills for tracking production and quality data.
Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
Ability to lift approximately 25–50 pounds, including up to 30 pounds repeatedly during the shift (with or without accommodation).
Ability to work in a cooled environment of approximately 4 degrees Celsius as required.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks safely and accurately over the course of the shift.
Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe footwear, for the entire shift.
Comfort working with chicken, beef, and pork products.
Flexibility with working times, including potential day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in food manufacturing, food production, food prep, kitchen prep, or a GMP-regulated environment is an asset.
Experience in production, packaging, and warehouse environments is considered an advantage.
Familiarity with HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is beneficial.
Comfort working with food manufacturing equipment and tools in a temperature-controlled setting.
Willingness to support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives within the production team.
Why Work Here?
You join a stable and growing food manufacturing company where you can build hands-on experience in a structured, safety-focused environment. The role offers solid starting pay for production work, with opportunities to grow alongside an expanding operation. You work with a close-knit team of approximately a few dozen colleagues, allowing you to contribute directly to the success and improvement of the facility. The company provides the majority of required PPE, invests in safety training, and supports continuous improvement, giving you a workplace that values both your well-being and your professional development.
Work Environment
This role is based in a food manufacturing facility that operates multiple production areas, including prep, cooking, forming, and packaging/boxing. You will work in temperature-controlled areas, including cooled environments around 4 degrees Celsius, and will be regularly exposed to food ingredients such as chicken, beef, and pork, as well as production machinery and equipment. The schedule follows shift work that may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays, with overtime required at times based on operational needs. Typical start times range between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. for an 8-hour shift, with the expectation of flexibility to move to afternoon or weekend shifts as needed. The facility requires the use of personal protective equipment at all times; you must provide steel-toe footwear, while other PPE is supplied on-site. The workplace emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to strict sanitation and GMP standards. Lockers are available for personal belongings, and employees are expected to bring a lock suitable for day use.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, BC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.21 - $21.21/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,BC.
À propos d'Aerotek:
Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.