Production Operator - Brantford, Canada - Ingenia Polymers Corp
Description
_Job Summary_
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Production Operator is responsible for certain aspects of the operation of their assigned process(es) including start-up, shutdown, product change over, process problem troubleshooting, and meeting production quality requirements.
The position requires the ability to work 12 hour (Continental) rotating shifts including nightshift to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year operation. There is a 2 weeks' nights and 2 weeks' days rotation. The junior position is a minimum three-month probationary position at a rate of $24.07/hr. Upon successful completion of probationary period, employees are eligible to participate in the benefit program that includes Health and Dental, Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD and enrollment options into RRSP/DPSP program. We offer 3 weeks' vacation per annum.
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Job Description_
- Follow established procedures and rules for facilitating production.
- Operate plastic processing equipment including extruders, grinders, packaging lines, mixers and various auxiliary equipment as well as drive a forklift throughout the shift.
- Perform quality testing in the laboratory of various samples from various plastics processing equipment and perform tests on raw and finished materials.
- Report findings to their supervisor and take appropriate action to segregate production that fails to meet specification.
- Perform other general labour and housekeeping duties.
Physical Requirements_
- Ability to stack 55 lb. bags on pallets.
- Ability to move 50 kilogram drums.
- Ability to work in hot and occasionally dusty environment. (Respirator required in some areas of the facility respirator requires tight seal around the face and therefore absence of facial hair).
- Ability to operate forklift through the 12 hour shift and operate heavy machinery.
- Must pass a preemployment medical examination.
- Obtain a satisfactory background check.
Qualifications_
- Must possess a grade 12 education or equivalent.
- Forklift certification or have experience in driving a forklift is desired.
- 12 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a process industry.
- Ability to take direction and process information quickly.
- 2 positive professional references.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
$24.07-$27.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Onsite parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brantford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Machine Operator: 1 year (required)
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