Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Food Production

Posted Tuesday 30 December 2025 at 16:00

Thunder Bay, ON

Malteries Soufflet acquired United Malt Group in 2023, creating the world’s largest malting company with an annual production capacity of 3.7 million tons of malt through 41 facilities in 20 countries, serving both industrial and craft brewers and distillers. Across the globe, our family of brands produce malt that is blended into some of your favorite industry-leading beverages and local craft brews.

Our more than 2300 employees are proud of the rich heritage of our family of brands and are committed to incorporating sustainability improvements at every touchpoint of our supply chain. We celebrate the diversity of our people and together strive to create an environment where all employees are safe, welcomed and have a sense of belonging.

The successful candidate will be required to perform operational and sanitation duties in either our Malting or Grain handling operations.

• Loading and unloading of malt vessels using automated and or manual transfer equipment.
• Operation of malthouse using automated process controls.
• Manual washing of malting vessels using high pressure wash hoses.
• Cleaning of vessels using various chemical sanitizing agents.
• Operation of a grain handling facility using automated process controls.
• Loading and unloading of grain from railcars (work from heights).
• General sanitation of grain elevator. Vacuuming, sweeping and/or shoveling of grain.

• High degree of mechanical aptitude through apprenticeship or job related experience.
• Previous safety training an asset.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Ability to work alone or in a group.
• Positive attitude and self-starter

• High school diploma. Preference will be given to those applicants with post‑secondary education (power engineering or related courses).
• Previous experience in grain handling, food processing or manufacturing considered an asset.

• Safety training provided upon hiring.
• Personal Protective Equipment required in all work environments.
• Indoor work environments can vary between wet, dusty, cold, hot and high noise conditions.
• Work around automated equipment.
• Educational and apprenticeship programs available.

$30.38 probationary for 6 months, $35.74 thereafter.

An attractive compensation and benefits package will be provided. We offer a generous benefits package including extended healthcare, flex spending accounts, EAP, paid holidays,paid time off program, basic & voluntary life insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k) plan, pension plan (CAD), fitness subsidy and tuition reimbursement. Employees are eligible for product discounts through our CMG Homebrew Division, as well as discounts from various external vendors.

* Benefits package varies between US and Canada.