Machine Assembly/Operator (Any shift)
The Machine Assembly/Operator is responsible for operating moulding or assembly machines, or performing manual assembly duties efficiently while prioritizing safety. This role also requires accountability for the quality of products produced at the workstation and ensuring smooth shift transitions.
- On-site
- Waterloo, ON
- Posted Mar 23, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Mitchell Plastics is an award-winning and growing Company. Our key strength is that we offer our world-wide Automotive customers a single source alternative for all of their interior automotive plastic part needs. As an Employer, we offer an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our growing "Best In Class" Team in the automotive industry today. We believe that our people are what makes us great and strive to offer our employees opportunities for advancement. Come join our Team, and learn first-hand how you can contribute to our “Innovation Inside”! The opportunity: We are currently seeking a Machine Assembly/Operator to join our Production team at Ultra Manufacturing in Waterloo. You will report directly to the Production Supervisor. A.Duties & Responsibilities The machine/assembly operator reports to the shift supervisor. He/she is expected to operate a moulding machine, assembly machine or perform manual assembly duties in the most productive and efficient manner with due regard to safety. The operator is accountable for the quality of the products produced at the work station. The operator must be present at the work station five minutes before the shift begins to assure a smooth transition. The operator is responsible for communicating with the incoming or outgoing shift to assure a smooth transition during shift change. The operator is responsible for reading and understanding the operator instructions at the workstation. Ensure that the workstation is clean at all times. B.Minimum Qualifications Ability to take instruction C.Required Skills Understanding of Kanban/labelling requirements. Ability to detect basic moulding defects such as sink, flash, etc. No colour vision deficiency. Excellent motor skills and dexterity. Understanding of key Quality & Environmental Management Systems procedures related to job function Forms, Tags and Labels governing job function Job Details: Wage: 21.86/hr Employment Type: Full-time Work Location: 640 Conrad Place, Waterloo, Ontario Hours of Work: 40 hrs/wk Job Vacancy: This posting is to fill an anticipated open position We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Mitchell Plastics and Ultra Manufacturing are committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be available upon request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request. #joinmitchellplastics Please note that we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in our candidate screening and recruitment process.
What you’ll do
The Machine Assembly/Operator is responsible for operating moulding or assembly machines, or performing manual assembly duties efficiently while prioritizing safety. This role also requires accountability for the quality of products produced at the workstation and ensuring smooth shift transitions.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications include the ability to take instruction, understanding of Kanban and labeling requirements, and the ability to detect basic moulding defects without color vision deficiency. Excellent motor skills and dexterity are also required, along with an understanding of relevant Quality and Environmental Management Systems procedures.
Other relevant skills
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- Operating Moulding Machine
- Assembly Machine Operation
- Manual Assembly
- Product Quality Accountability
- Shift Transition Communication
- Reading Operator Instructions
- Workstation Cleanliness
- Kanban Understanding
- Labeling Requirements
- Moulding Defect Detection
- Motor Skills
- Dexterity
- Quality Management Systems
- Environmental Management Systems
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
