For more than 30 years, Fresh Start Foods has proudly delivered a full range of fresh produce solutions to customers across Canada. As a valued member of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) family of companies, we are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2026.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Machine Operator to join our team based out of our Richmond, BC location.
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm.
Pay: $19.75/hour (paid on a weekly basis!)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Accurate completion of documentation when required
- Works in a safe manner and follows all safety procedures
- Set up and operate machines - slicers, dicers, peelers
- Perform testing procedures to ensure machines are working optimally
- Perform food processing functions including manual cutting, washing, and drying of products.
- Able to identify and retrieve products for processing
- Able to read the recipes (weight, cut size, volume)
- Monitor and troubleshoot basic machine problems/perform regular safety checks
- Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
- Must be able to work full-time and flexible for overtime
- Previous manufacturing experience in a food processing facility
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work on weekends and holidays
- Ability to be flexible with regards to working in production areas where needed the most
- Ability to work in a refrigerated environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including:
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
- Weekly paychecks
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
- Training opportunities
- Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
- Full-time hours
- A team-oriented work environment
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond, BC V6W 1K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
