Blade Sharpener


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Job Title: Blade Sharpener
Location: Coaldale, Western Canada, Canada

Company: McCain Foods
Industry Sector: Food/Processing
Industry Type: Food & Beverage Products and Processing
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:



Requisition ID: 36641 


Job Description:  


Summary: Responsible for maintaining adequate blade stock and maintain cutter heads. They are also responsible for rebuilding and assisting rebuilding of cutter heads for both main line and specialty line. 

  

What you ll be doing.  

  • Sharpen and maintain inventory of cutter blades needed for production 

  • Maintain an acceptable level of cleanliness in their assigned area 

  • Follow all GMP s, Global BOPs, and Safety processes 

  • Take an active role in the development in cutter deck operations by being knowledgeable and supportive in the area 

  • Actively look for ways to improve overall Cutter Deck Operation 

  • Manage costs of blades, work to reduce costs associated with the blade room, stay mindful of budget and inform Supervisor if there are discrepancies or call outs 

  • All other duties as assigned by the Shift Manager 

  • Be an active member in change management for the betterment of the facility 

  • Active member of committees and teams (IE JHSC, Ergonomics, and SuM Team) 

  • Creation and development of policies and procedures for their area as well as the entire facility 

  • Boil out participation is required for this position 

   

What you ll need to be successful.   

  • High School Graduate 

  • Fine attention to detail 

  • Proven effective time management skills 

  • Thorough understanding of the manufacturing process 

  • Operation of sharpener, grinder, and other various equipment used in sharpening process 

  • Proven ability to work independently and complete all tasks on a day-to-day basis 

  • Able to prioritize and complete tasks with a keen sense of urgency 

  • Excellent communication skills including verbal and written as well as effective presentation skills 

  • Strong computer skills are required, particularly with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams and Outlook) 

  • Although the regular shift will be Days, there may be a requirement to work rotating shifts as necessary 

  • Must have a proven history of safe work habits. 

  • Effective written, oral, mathematical and interpersonal skills. 

  • Adheres to all Company rules, regulations and policies and all relevant rules, regulations and policies. 

  • Experienced with the safe handling of chemicals in accordance with WHMIS. 

  • Mechanically inclined and willing to participate in maintenance of equipment 

  

Physical Requirements? 

  • Able to work in a high humidity, high temperature work environment? 

  • Physically capable of performing job duties including lifting objects up to 40-50lbs? 


Compensation Package: $29.62  , $31.17 after six months CAD hourly

  

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.

 

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Job Post Date: 06/13/25
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Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Country: Canada

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