We are not your ordinary plastics Company. We are innovators. We are environmental stewards. We are a passionate team proudly creating a better future. C.R. Plastic Products did not become the first company in North America to develop and supply superior outdoor furniture using 100% recycled plastic by following others. We achieved this through leadership, innovation, and a team with unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Awarded Canada's Greenest Employers 2023!

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging.

Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger.

If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

Ice River is currently looking for twenty (20) Production Team Members ( NOC 94212) to join our team. You will be working at our C.R. Plastics facility, located at 1172 Erie St., Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6T3.

These are full-time positions, based on 40 hours of work per week, with occasional overtime. At this time, we are looking for individuals who can work an 8-hour shift, including days, afternoons, nights and weekends.

Position Summary A Production Team Member (Plastic Products Assembler & Finisher) is responsible for assembling, operating machinery, inspecting, and finishing plastic components used in the manufacturing of CR Plastics’ outdoor furniture and related products. The role ensures that all products meet company quality, safety, and production standards. This position requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties Include The Following

• Safely operate a wide range of power and hand tools—including bandsaws, disc sanders, drill presses, routers, impact drivers, mitre saws, pocket drills, and spindle sanders—while ensuring tools are inspected before use, maintained in proper condition, and used according to all safety and quality guidelines.
• Run extrusion machines as required by production schedules, including setting up materials, monitoring machine performance, adjusting controls when needed, and verifying that extruded components meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
• Load plastic lumber into jigs with accuracy, ensuring each part is properly aligned, secured, and prepared for manual assembly tasks; perform assembly operations with precision to meet specifications and avoid defects.
• Load and unload CNC machines by correctly placing plastic lumber, checking fixture alignment, confirming program readiness, inspecting completed parts for quality, and reporting any machine or part issues immediately.
• Operate robotic work centers by loading and unloading parts, monitoring automated processes for proper function, addressing basic alarms or stoppages, and packing finished parts securely and efficiently.
• Log onto the designated work center at the start of each task or job, accurately recording work orders, scrap quantities, downtime events, and any notes required for production tracking and traceability.
• Complete all required shift documentation, including production logs, quality check sheets, and other reports, ensuring entries are accurate, legible, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Perform ongoing 5S duties such as organizing tools and materials, cleaning work areas, removing waste, replenishing supplies, and maintaining a safe and uncluttered workspace throughout the shift.
• Follow all Standard Work Instructions (SWI) for each assigned task, reviewing updates when provided, and consistently performing work to established safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Support team needs and overall production flow by assisting in other work centers when required, participating in cross-training activities, identifying improvement opportunities, and performing any additional duties assigned by supervisors to meet operational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications We are looking for candidates who meets the following minimum requirements:

• Minimum of two years of plastic manufacturing, assembly, and carpentry experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on specific tasks and collaboratively within a small team to achieve production goals in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Flexibility and adaptability to switch between different products and production processes.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination.
• Previous experience checking and monitoring machine parameters.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, strong attendance record, and ability to perform consistently in a physically demanding role while maintaining high quality output.
• Hands on experience assembling plastic products and components in a manufacturing environment, following work instructions and technical specifications.
• Proficiency using hand tools such as band saws, drills, sanders, grinders, pocket drills, spindle sanders, impact drivers and other finishing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic production or finishing issues and escalate equipment or product concerns to supervisors when required.
• Ability to follow basic quality control procedures, identify defects, and document findings with strong attention to detail, consistently meeting quality standards
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and handle plastic materials of various sizes and weights up to 50lbs.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training, continuous improvement programs, and cross-training opportunities to expand skills and support operational efficiency.
• Experience working with HDPE material handling and recycling processes.

Compensation We offer a generous compensation package, which includes:

• Starting wage of $21.87 - $22.50 per hour, less applicable statutory deductions and withholdings.
• $1.00 per hour shift premium for those who work afternoons/nights.
• Overtime will be paid at 1.5 time your regular hourly rate, after 40 hours per week.
• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• Extended medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance.
• Participation in our retirement savings plan.
• Inbound transportation costs for out of province applicants
• Private health care insurance coverage for out of province applicants (equal to the Ontario provincial health insurance plan) until such a time that the applicant is eligible for Ontario provincial health insurance
• Eligible for incremental raises in accordance with standard company policies

Working Environment and Physical Demands

• Manufacturing facility environment with moderate noise levels, machinery, and moving equipment.
• Requires repetitive tasks such as lifting, bending, sanding, trimming, and assembling.
• Work is performed at production lines, workbenches, and machinery stations.
• Safety equipment such as gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses provided and required.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement, efficiency, and quality craftsmanship.
• Shift-based work may include days, afternoons, or rotational schedules depending on production needs.

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Apply

If you are interested in the position, and meet all of our qualifications, please send a copy of your resume and cover letter to cstewart@iceriversprings.com. Your cover letter must specify how you meet the requirements of the position and confirm if you are legally authorized to work in Canada.

Company Ice River Springs Water Co. Inc.

485387 30th Sideroad

Shelburne, ON

L9V 3N5

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

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