Dish Room Associate

Join Our Team at Mariposa – Dish Room Associate

Position: Dish Room Associate

Wage: $22.44

Shift: 5:30am – 2:30pm

Department: Production

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Location: Lindsay, Ontario 

Job Type: Full-time; Onsite

Posting Date: October 19, 2026

About Mariposa

Mariposa Dairy is a leading manufacturer of award-winning cheeses in Lindsay, Ontario. As we continue to grow, we're looking for dedicated team members who share our commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Our culture is built on Integrity, Growth, and Resilience, with a focus on supporting our people and their success.

What we offer:

• Medical and dental benefits
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Group RRSP matching after one year of service
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A collaborative, team-oriented workplace culture
• Free employee cheese tastings and take-home product perks

Position Summary 

We are seeking a Dish Room Associate to support production by ensuring all equipment, tooling, and work areas are cleaned, sanitized, and ready for use. This role plays an important part in maintaining food safety, operational flow, and overall plant efficiency. The position works closely with production teams and contributes to a safe, organized, and high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Embody and promote the company’s core values (Integrity, Growth, and Resilience).

Sanitation & Equipment

• Operate equipment used to clean, wash, sanitize, and dry machine parts and tooling.
• Prepare equipment for sanitation and ensure it is clean and ready for production.
• Assist with equipment setup and teardown as required.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas throughout the shift.

Production Support

• Support production activities, including rolling and packaging, as needed.
• Work efficiently while maintaining product quality and food safety standards.
• Adapt to changing production needs and priorities.
• Complete required production and sanitation records accurately.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Follow established SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Identify and promptly report hazards, near misses, or safety concerns.

Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Support the training and onboarding of new team members.
• Identify and share opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

Qualifications

• Dependable and committed to regular, reliable attendance.
• Able to follow SOPs, GMPs, and established procedures.
• Able to complete production and sanitation documentation accurately.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willing to learn, take direction, and support different areas of production as needed.

Requirements

• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends and statutory holidays, based on production needs.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and working in varying temperatures and humidity levels.
• Able to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs.) and perform physical tasks including pushing, pulling, and repetitive movements.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mariposa Dairy. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We kindly ask you do not contact us by phone.

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful reference checks and employment verification.

Mariposa Dairy is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

This employer only accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.  
• Candidates with a valid Canadian work permit.