Position Title: Blade Sharpener

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Coaldale 

Grade: Scale 06 

Requisition ID: 31862 

Summary: Responsible for maintaining adequate blade stock for both water and mechanical cutting on both fry line and specialty line. They will also be viewed as an area champion and support for all departments in training, safety, and production requirements as needed. 
  

Essential Duties / Responsibilities: 

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 

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. 

Assist the cutter deck operator in mechanical cutter changeovers and water gun changeovers when required. 

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Competencies) 

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) 

Shift schedule may be subject to change.  

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.  

Required Length, Type of Experience & Licenses (if applicable) 

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 (e.g., lifting 40 – 50 lbs as part of your daily routine) 

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.  As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. 
 
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Job Family: Manufacturing      
Division: NA Potato Manufacturing 
Department: ​CDL Potato Production Plant 2 ​
Location(s): CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale 

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)