Food Processing Technologist – Dairy Production
destinationone Consulting
- Surrey, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
About Nanak Foods:From modest beginnings, PMF Brands (Nanak Foods) is now North America’s largest processor of traditional dairy-based South Asian foods. Established in 1997, Nanak Foods specializes in the manufacturing of paneer cheese, ghee (clarified butter), yogurt and various dairy-based appetizers and desserts. Nanak Foods manufacturing facilities are CFIA, FDA and EU approved and have Safe Quality Food (SQF) level 3 certification ensuring continual monitoring for quality, safety and legality.
The Food Processing Technician – Dairy Production is an essential member of the Nanak’s food processing operation and is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting dairy processing equipment with a focus on instrumentation, automation, and HMI systems. Ensures efficient and safe food processing in compliance with quality and regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor equipment using HMI systems and automated controls.
- Perform operational adjustments and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation issues.
- Calibrate and verify instrumentation (sensors, valves, temperature/flow devices).
- Monitor process parameters and product quality; make real-time adjustments.
- Ensure safety systems and interlocks are functioning correctly.
- Maintain accurate production and troubleshooting logs.
- Follow GMP, food safety, and OSHA standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Fluent in HMI systems and automated control interfaces.
- Strong understanding of instrumentation and process automation.
- Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial automation or food processing.
- 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
- Excellent troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
- Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in high-paced, hot/cold environments.
- Possesses an HTST license or is able to obtain one as required.