Assistant Batcher Operator

at  Ya YA Foods Corp

About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years of experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low-acid and high-acid beverages and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business that prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com.

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job.
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals.
• Become part of a teamwork-focused culture.
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Reports to: Director of Operations- Tetra

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Create batches of juices, teas, or other beverages as required, ensuring product quality and integrity.
• Accurately weigh and mix all ingredients as per formula requirements to consistently create product to specifications.
• Dispose of ingredient containers in a clean and orderly manner to avoid product contamination.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with equipment, devices, or products.
• Maintain batch logs, and documentation including those outlining procedures, batch records, inventory, productivity, changeover, and progress.
• Measure weight & load ingredients following the appropriate formula.
• Perform simple calculations (i.e. ingredient quantities, batching cycles required).
• Collaborate with the Quality Control team to ensure integrity of products.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company’s Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• Grade 12 education or equivalent experience
• Aptitude for numbers and have basic computer skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to perform physically demanding work (lift up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to work in an environment with variable temperatures
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have demonstrated problem solving skills
• Good Mechanical and Technical Aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Previous related process/batching experience is an asset
• Valid Forklift or electric pallet truck license is an asset
• NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

• Create batches of juices, teas, or other beverages as required, ensuring product quality and integrity.
• Accurately weigh and mix all ingredients as per formula requirements to consistently create product to specifications.
• Dispose of ingredient containers in a clean and orderly manner to avoid product contamination.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with equipment, devices, or products.
• Maintain batch logs, and documentation including those outlining procedures, batch records, inventory, productivity, changeover, and progress.
• Measure weight & load ingredients following the appropriate formula.
• Perform simple calculations (i.e. ingredient quantities, batching cycles required).
• Collaborate with the Quality Control team to ensure integrity of products.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company’s Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned