Job Details

** Packer**

Consumers everywhere are increasingly conscious of the quality of the food they eat. Puratos develops, produces and distributes a unique range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers who demand the very highest quality.

Founded in Belgium in 1919, Puratos is growing rapidly with over 8500 employees in 74 countries. Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit and core values continue to propel our global ambitions. This coupled with our commitment to our communities is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

**Production Packer**

**LOCATION: Chilliwack**

**COMPENSATION:** $**17.82**/hr to start

**POSTED: February 23, 2022**

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

* Physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs (27 kgs)

* Ability to stand for several hours

* Responsible to learn products produced and the various packaging methods.

* Obtain a good working knowledge of the production lines and packaging equipment.

* Ability to complete working papers accurately

* Accurately package and weigh product according to requirements.

* Adhere to companies GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Health & Safety policies and procedures.

* Clean and Sanitize equipment

* Other duties assigned from time to time.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS:**

**Excellent safety record is essential**

**Reliability/good attendance is essential**

Able to handle physical work requirements and repetitive work

Hardworking, flexible, results-oriented team player

Good oral and written English communication skills

Ability to perform basic math

Previous experience working in a food production environment is an asset

Forklift certification is an asset

**Applicants must be able to work any shifts** . Shifts are 8 hours per day (plus a half hour unpaid meal break). Shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 5:30am to 11:30pm. There may be a requirement for weekend work.