Machine Operator

Welcome to Cascades We are hiring Machine Operators and Assistants in Scarborough to support the launch of a new 24/7 operation. We have multiple openings across our production team, including machine Operator, Assistant and Feeder positions. To accelerate the hiring process, the interview day will be held on July 14. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to complete interviews and pre-employment requirements in a single day. What’s in it for you Taking care of our people is in our nature, so you’ll enjoy: Starting hourly wage of $28.31, with progression to an Operator role up to $33.30. Full-time employment with guaranteed hours for job stability. 24/5 operations with a weekly rotating schedule across three shifts, or a 24/7 continental schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts. The specific schedule will depend on the position for which you are selected. A comprehensive benefits package, including group insurance, telemedicine services, and an employer-contributed retirement savings plan. Profit sharing of 5% and an employee share purchase plan, allowing you to our company's success. Employee assistance program, because your physical and mental well-being matters. Referral bonus: help grow the team and get rewarded. What you’ll do As a Machine Operator Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of operations: right on the floor where materials take shape. Your day-to-day: Assist the operator with machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers Prepare and stage materials, ensuring load tags match production orders Monitor product quality during feeding and production processes Maintain continuous workflow by handling pallets and material movement Adjust machine components and clear jams to support smooth operation Support cleaning, basic maintenance, and safety procedures (including lockout/tagout) Communicate issues promptly and keep the work area clean and organized Use SAP/electronic systems for inventory tracking and reporting Your strengths as a Machine Operator Assistant: You are a natural fit for this role if you have: High school diploma (or equivalent) with ability to read and write in English Ability to understand technical documents (spec sheets, printing instructions) and learn machine operations Strong soft skills: attention to detail, adaptability, teamwork, communication, time management, and commitment to health and safety Manufacturing/industrial experience, including feeder or stacker operations (an asset) Basic mechanical aptitude and experience with equipment such as laminators/Asitrade, and/ or flatbed die cutters (an asset) Ability to learn and gain required knowledge of machine operations and controls Proficiency with computers (PC literacy) and basic systems knowledge Good mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Availability to attend an on-site interview in person on July 14 and complete any follow-up steps What to Expect from Our Fast-Hiring Process We value your time and aim to provide a quick and seamless hiring experience: A brief pre-screening call A 30-minute in-person interview at the plant location Pre-employment and medical testing scheduled within 24 hours for shortlisted candidates. A swift offer once the hiring process is fully completed If you bring as much heart to who you are as to what you do, we can't wait to meet you! Apply now and join our team as Machine Operators Assistants in Scarborough. Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably. This posting is for an active vacancy within our organization.

Assist with machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers while monitoring product quality and maintaining continuous workflow. Ensure safety procedures are followed and communicate issues promptly while keeping the work area organized.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to read and write in English. Candidates should possess basic mechanical aptitude, computer literacy, and the ability to understand technical documents.

• Group insurance • Telemedicine services • Retirement savings plan • Profit sharing • Employee share purchase plan • Employee assistance program • Referral bonus

• Time managementPreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Machine operation
• Mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Time management
• Health and safety
• Computer literacy
• Mathematical skills
• Inventory tracking
• Lockout/tagout
• Technical documentation

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Logistics

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level