Operator Technician-Qualified

Who is Mother Parkers? We are one of the largest tea and coffee manufacturers in North America, with a mission to create a better beverage experience for our customers. As a leading customer solutions provider to some of North America’s largest retailers and foodservice chains, we use state-of-the-art technology and new product innovation to help our customers grow their business and deliver superior products to their clientele. Our team of coffee and tea experts are deeply passionate about what we do, proud of our 100+ years of business success, and excited about building a future with endless possibilities. Come join our team and work among the best, collaborate with high performers, and contribute to challenging work every day! The Role: Optimize and enhance setup and operating practices on manufacturing equipment by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, testing, and rolling out manufacturing methods to the plant floor. What you get to do: * Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, tools, and equipment layout * Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes * Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. * Coordinate maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; request special service as needed * Develop, update, and improve Standard Operating Procedures in accordance with improvements on the line. * Lead training of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) on the plant floor * Execute design and development projects and complete through training and guiding operators and technicians * Keep equipment operational by operating packaging lines as necessary * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. * Participate in Continuous Improvement activities, including but not limited to leading Continuous Improvement sessions * Identify, propose, and execute cost reduction activities * Support Research and Development activities through running trials, participate in design discussions, or travel to vendors * Will be required to travel to support technical transfer, factory acceptance tests, professional development, and training What you bring to the role: * Effective communication, written and verbal skills * Basic mathematical skills * Willing to learn and develop Manufacturing Best Practices * Able to work flexible hours (overtime and periodic weekends required) * Ability to handle conflicts and provide resolutions * Knowledge of continuous improvement principles and concepts * Shows initiative, takes directions, and executes plans efficiently * Must possess technical aptitude. Technical background an asset. * Proficient working with computer programs/software * Demonstrate safe work habits and excellent work ethics * Accuracy and detail oriented * Work well independently and as a team member * Identifies with adult learning/training principles * Knowledge of SOPs – cleaning, start up, safety, operation, CQP (Critical Quality Point) * Good organizational skills * Must successfully complete training on operating equipment What we offer you: * Competitive Total Rewards package – health benefits coverage on day 1, employer matched retirement savings plans, optional Health or Wellness Spending Accounts. * Employee discount program on our coffee and tea products. * Annual Safety Shoes Program – your safety is our #1 priority. * Tuition Assistance Program – we value continuous learning and self-development. This posting is for an existing vacancy. We use AI enabled tools to support parts of our selection process; however, every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our people. While Mother Parkers welcomes all applications, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies or search firms. Only those candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Mother Parkers is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. By providing your information to us, you understand and agree to Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee’s privacy policy: https://www.mother-parkers.com/privacy-policy/ [https://www.mother-parkers.com/privacy-policy/]

Optimize manufacturing equipment setup and operating practices through research, design, and testing of manufacturing methods. Lead the development of SOPs, coordinate maintenance, and execute continuous improvement and cost reduction activities on the plant floor.

Candidates must possess technical aptitude, strong communication skills, and knowledge of continuous improvement principles and SOPs. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends is required, along with the ability to handle conflicts and work independently or in a team.

• Health Benefits Coverage • Employer Matched Retirement Savings Plans • Health Spending Account • Wellness Spending Account • Employee Discount Program • Annual Safety Shoes Program • Tuition Assistance Program

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Manufacturing Efficiency
• Process Quality Design
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Continuous Improvement
• Technical Aptitude
• Workflow Analysis
• Equipment Layout
• Cost Reduction
• Technical Transfer
• Conflict Resolution
• Adult Learning Principles
• Computer Proficiency
• Mathematical Skills
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Organizational Skills

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Science & Research

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week