Crush Processing Operator

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’s Best Managed Companies with over 3500 employees across Canada, the US, the UK, and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.   

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.  We currently have an opportunity for a Crush/Seed Cleaning Operator at our Yorkton, SK location.  Crush/Seed Cleaning Operators are responsible for segregating and cleaning all canola according to quality specifications, and operating the crush plant including all ancillary equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor processing equipment, including lubrication and maintenance requirements

• Coordinate daily operational tasks and activities with other departments

• Perform housekeeping duties in the crush/seed cleaning area

• Participate in process optimization initiatives

• 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

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must have grade 12 or equivalent combined with excellent written, documentation and verbal communications skills

• Must have a good work performance and attendance record and be willing to work rotating shift schedule, weekends and overtime

• Experience in a Manufacturing Plant environment or experience operating grain cleaners would be considered an asset