Requisition ID: 39969 

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About McCain

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

 

Why join the McCain family

Your Life – we’re here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life.
Your Success – work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success.
Your Impact – we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact—for you, your colleagues, and the business.

McCain is a place where you can grow from the ground up—so join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain.

About the Role

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for the setup, operation, adjustment, and minor maintenance of multiple packaging and processing machines. You will ensure consistent product quality, efficient equipment output, smooth production line flow, and strong adherence to food safety, quality, and safety standards. Your work directly supports production success by minimizing downtime, optimizing machine settings, and ensuring accurate product changeovers.

 
Leadership Principles

This role reflects several of McCain’s core Leadership Principles:

We bring out the best in our people – Supporting coordination and teamwork on the production floor.
We act like owners – Maintaining equipment, solving problems proactively, and upholding safety and quality standards.
We think big and plan ahead – Ensuring production systems run efficiently through preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting.

 
Statement of Job

The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and proper operation of multiple production machines, ensuring all food safety and quality processes are maintained. This position sets up production lines, monitors equipment performance, adjusts machinery for optimal results, and performs light maintenance to ensure minimal downtime and efficient throughput.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Set up lines according to product specifications.
• Observe equipment operation and perform necessary adjustments to meet product requirements.
• Control line flows and blend rates according to product specification guidelines.
• Monitor product transfer points and adjust equipment to minimize waste.
• Perform light maintenance and minor repairs on production and process equipment.
• Adjust machines for optimal efficiency, quality output, and minimal rejects.

Quality, Safety & Cleanliness

• Ensure all safety, food safety, and quality standards are maintained.
• Adhere to GMPs, work rules, and company procedures.
• Communicate changes in product flow, deviations, or equipment malfunction to the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work conditions.

Team & Process Support

• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient production flow.
• Enter data into computer systems and maintain accurate documentation.
• Draft routine reports and correspondence as required.
• Support plant initiatives and continuous improvement processes.

 

Special Requirements / Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate and coordinate with team members.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).
• Strong attention to detail with ability to adjust equipment accurately.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate in Basic English.
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Computer proficiency for data entry tasks.

 
Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands/fingers.
• Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Scope of Authority

• All employees have the right to question or refuse unsafe work directives.
• All employees are expected to take appropriate actions to ensure the safety of people, products, and equipment.

 

The McCain Experience

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together.

 

The Benefits of Working for McCain

McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including but not limited to:

• 401k match at 6%
• Adoption Assistance
• Infertility Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Assistance
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• And more!

Compensation Package: $26.83 +$1.75 night shift differential