Processing Operator

Are you a detail-oriented machine operator seeking an exciting career opportunity in manufacturing & logistics in Guelph, Ontario? We are hiring a dedicated Processing Operator to join a fast-paced food manufacturing and packaging facility. As a Processing Operator, you will play a critical role in weighing raw materials, blending ingredients, and operating capsule filling machines to ensure the highest standards of product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

In this full-time Processing Operator position, you will be responsible for setting up and adjusting production machinery based on detailed job tickets, running equipment smoothly, and performing essential in-process quality control checks. Working within a strictly regulated Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) environment, you will collaborate closely with warehouse associates and quality assurance teams in manufacturing & logistics. Safety and hygiene are top priorities in this role; candidates must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)—including safety shoes with CSA tags, lab coats, hairnets, masks, and gloves—for the entirety of their shift.

If you bring 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in production machinery operation and thrive in a structured manufacturing & logistics setting, this Processing Operator position offers a stable day-shift schedule (Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) with a competitive pay rate of $19/hr. Randstad Operational connects qualified candidates with premier employers in manufacturing & logistics across Guelph and the surrounding region.

As this Processing Operator position is located in Guelph, Ontario, the primary language of operation is English. Candidates should possess strong verbal and written English communication skills to effectively follow job tickets, complete batch records, and communicate safety protocols with supervisors and teammates across manufacturing & logistics operations.

Advantages
• Competitive rate of pay at $19.00 per hour.
• Desirable day-shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• Stable full-time hours in a clean, regulated manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Access to ongoing safety training, GMP development, and supportive team leadership.
• Comprehensive health and safety standards designed to keep workers safe on the floor.

Responsibilities
• Read job tickets and work orders carefully to determine proper machine settings, material requirements, and production specifications.
• Accurately weigh and blend raw materials and ingredients for encapsulating and processing operations.
• Set up, adjust, and operate specialized processing equipment and capsule filling machines to maintain optimal speed and throughput.
• Perform continuous in-process checks and inspect finished goods for physical defects or non-conformances.
• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting, clear jams, and make minor mechanical adjustments as necessary.
• Adhere strictly to all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including safety shoes (CSA tag), hairnets, masks, gloves, and coats.
• Comply with cleanroom and health guidelines, adhering to strict zero-jewelry, no false nails or nail polish, and no false lashes rules.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized workspace in strict compliance with safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.
• Report equipment malfunctions, material defects, or quality deviations promptly to line supervisors.
• Perform additional material handling, blending, and production duties as assigned by leadership within manufacturing & logistics.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• 1 to 2 years of machine operator or processing experience; prior experience in the food manufacturing industry is considered a strong asset.
• Demonstrated ability to safely lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
• Proficiency in basic industrial mathematics (fractions, decimals, unit conversions).
• Complete compliance with workplace safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.
• Ability to strictly adhere to PPE and hygiene requirements (CSA safety footwear, no jewelry, no nail polish or false nails, no false eyelashes).

Summary
At Randstad, we are a global leader in talent solutions and your trusted partner for career growth in manufacturing & logistics. Our specialized recruiters are experts in their fields, dedicated to helping you find roles that match your skills, offer balance, and advance your goals. Step into a supportive environment with top employers where your contributions are valued every day—apply today through Randstad Operational!

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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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