Position Title: Blade Sharpener

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Coaldale 

Grade: Scale 06 

Requisition ID: 34383 

About the role.

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. This role is 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.  

Accountabilities:

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 

Qualifications:

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 

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)

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!

Leadership Principles.

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles.
 

We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success.

We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success.

We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together.

We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.

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.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

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. 
 
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
 
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Employee Privacy Policy 

Job Family: Manufacturing      
Division: NA Potato Manufacturing 
Department: ​CDL Potato Production Plant 2 ​
Location(s): CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale || CA - Canada : Alberta : Lethbridge 

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)