Production Operator l

About us

At Fresh Is Best Salsa Co we are passionate about FRESH food! We make tortillas, chips, dips, salsas and tacos from scratch right here in Kamloops, BC. We are a fast-growing local company, and we are building a team of people who are proud of what we make.

Overview
We are looking for reliable and hardworking people to join our Production Team.

In this role, you will help with food processing, packaging, and help make sure every product meets our quality and food safety standards. It’s a hands-on, fast-paced job, and a great fit if you like staying busy, working as a team, and learning new skills.

Grow with us

We believe in promoting from within. We will train you on our production lines, and you will have clear opportunities to move up in our production career path, with wage increases as you grow.

Starting hourly wage

$19.00-$21.00

Schedule

Part-time 2-3 shifts per week (20-30 hours), with the potential to move to Full Time based on business needs 3-4 shifts per week (30-40 hours).

• Monday to Friday, with early mornings starting at 6:00 am
• Weekend shifts may be required

What you’ll do

• Perform assigned tasks such as ingredient preparation, feeding, processing, packing, palletizing, material handling, and cleaning
• Operate production equipment after training, following our procedures
• Check products for quality and report any deviation
• Complete routine pre-operational checks and maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Follow food safety, allergen and hygiene practices. We’re FSSC 22000 certified, so you’ll learn industry-leading standards

What you bring

• FoodSafe Level 1 certification (or willingness to get it within 2 weeks of starting)
• Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs (~23 kg)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
• Team player who shows up on time and ready to work
• Steel-toe shoes or boots
• Eligible to work in Canada

Nice to have

• Experience in food processing, manufacturing or packaging
• First Aid certification

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Our shifts start as early as 6:00 am. Are you able to reliably arrive for early morning shifts?
• Do you have a FoodSafe Level 1 certificate, or are you willing to get it within 2 weeks of starting?
• This role involves standing for long shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs (~23 kg). Are you able to do this safely?

Work Location: In person