Extruder Operators

Job Details

Lovingly Made Ingredients is a new ingredient manufacturing company based in Calgary. We produce textured plant-based proteins and starches to create unique properties for use in a variety of industries, including meat analogues, bakery, snacks and cereals. Our aim is to use local ingredients and produce great tasting food ingredients in the most sustainable way possible.

Lovingly Made Ingredients is looking for four (4) Full-Time Extruder Operators (NOC 94140)! This is a full-time, permanent position with 40 hours per week, $25.00 to $29.00/hour, with benefits.

This role requires strong technical skills and the ability to operate and maintain extrusion equipment efficiently while ensuring product quality and safety.

Job Description:

• Perform pre operation checks on equipment to ensure proper start up and safe operation.

• Inspect machine components using micrometers, rulers, and other measuring tools to verify production parameters are met.

• Monitor machinery during operation and inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality specifications.

• Conduct routine in process quality checks, including visual inspections, measurements, and verification against product standards.

• Identify, document, and report quality deviations or equipment issues to the maintenance and supervisory teams.

• Assist Lead Operators with equipment start up, shutdown, and cleaning of production lines.

• Operate hand tools and equipment to support manufacturing processes.

• Load and unload raw materials, work in process, and finished goods safely and efficiently.

• Operate forklifts to prepare and transport raw materials.

• Record production and quality data accurately for audits, traceability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow established quality procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and company safety policies at all times.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure equipment performance, product quality, and production targets are achieved.

• Support housekeeping and sanitation standards to maintain a clean and organized work environment.

• Complies with all company safety regulations, procedures, and safe work practices at all times.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a machine operator in food extrusion or food processing

• Having WHMIS certification and forklift licence is an asset.

• Familiarity with extrusion machinery (twin-screw extruder for food) and process troubleshooting.

• Mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Language in the workplace is English

Shift Details

• Rotating shifts (including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends).

• Flexibility is required to support production needs.

Benefits:

• Group benefits after 3 months of employment: life insurance, dependent life, long-term disability, dental, extended health care benefits, vision, massage therapy, physio, Employee Assistance Program

Job Location:

Lovingly Made Ingredients - #110 – 11810 Barlow Trail NE, Calgary, AB T3J 3T9

To Apply:

To those interested please email your resume to . Please indicate in the email subject that you want to apply as an Extruder Operator.