Seasonal Production Operator - $20 per hour

Mississauga, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 22, 2026
1 position

$18–$22 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Production Operator operates various machinery to produce high-quality custom framing products while adhering to safety and productivity standards. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, quality inspection, and cross-training across different production stations.

Job details

Artistree-Mississauga The Production Operator utilizes a variety of equipment and machines to produce high quality custom framing products for our customers while following safety rules, meeting productivity standards and achieving attendance requirements. Major Activities Machine Operation Operates Saw, Router, Joiner, and/or Mat Cutter according to procedures Cross-trains on all machines to be fully versatile in all aspects of machine operations Cuts, fits, assembles, packages, and ships frame/mat fillet orders Cross-trains and at times, work in Picking and Fillet Enters order information in computer system Cleans equipment as required to ensure safety and accuracy Performs required maintenance; replaces worn parts (blades, bits, etc.) as appropriate and required Product Quality Calibrates equipment as appropriate to produce high quality materials Meets or exceeds quality standards set by management Alerts management of machine issues that may affect quality Performs inspection of work completed for visible defects or quality issues Completes re-cuts or re-work immediately Safety & Organization Maintains a clean work area for safe and efficient operation Inspects equipment to ensure safe operations Follows all safety requirements for machine operations Wears appropriate safety equipment at all times Minimum Education High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent experience Minimum Type of experience the job requires 1 year experience in manufacturing or equipment maintenance Other Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently Verbal and numerical intelligence Accurately read a tape measure and ruler Accurately read and match number sequences Differentiate between quality cuts, join, and color Physical Requirements Constantly stand and frequently walk, and constantly use foot controls Frequently bend from the waist and twist Constantly lift up to 30lbs/13.6kgs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs/23.6kgs from floor to overhead Occasionally reach horizontally and overhead Constantly push/pull total body from the floor to overhead and constantly reach horizontally Feel with the touch of the fingers Constantly grasp, carry, and push with both hands Constantly move arms, hands, and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects Review the physical requirements matrix for all requirements Work Environment High noise levels and moving machinery Work environment is not climate-controlled and subject to dust and high/low temperatures Applicants in Canada must satisfy federal, provincial, and local legal requirements of the job. Please note: This posting is for an existing vacancy and the employer is actively recruiting to fill this position. Total Base Pay Range for this Position: $17.95 - $21.50 At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in manufacturing or equipment maintenance. The role requires the ability to read a tape measure, perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50lbs, and communicate fluently in English.