Material Handling Operator Job Listing at Richardson Milling in Portage la Prairie, MB (Job ID R16874)

Description

Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.  At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson Milling, a division of Richardson International, is the largest oat miller in North America and one of the leading oat millers in the world. Richardson has processing mills in the Canada, the U.S., and the U.K. and is proud to have the most extensive oat supply thanks to strong relationships with oat growers.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.  We currently have an opportunity for a Material Handling Operator at our Portage la Prairie, MB facility. Reporting to the Elevator Manager, this position is responsible for assisting with shipping and receiving of deliveries in accordance with standard documented procedures and checking for damaged products.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with binning, cleaning, drying, blending, and storing of product within the facility

• Prepare railway cars and/or trucks, including weighing and identifying product for shipment

• Operating systems to transfer and load product into railcars and/or trucks, including cleaning and sealing trucks and/or rail cars

• Assist with sampling and testing

• Perform routine maintenance on material handling systems and completing all related documents as required

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent

• Must be self-directed, able to work independently and have excellent interpersonal skills

• Must be able to work a rotating shift, including overtime on weekends

• Experience operating a forklift is considered an asset

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by July 29, 2026.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.