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OPERATIONS - MACHINE OPERATOR - AFTERNOONS

Operate injection molding machines and presses to produce rubber products while performing quality inspections and removing flash. Maintain accurate production logs, package finished parts, and ensure strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

  • On-site
  • Guelph, ON
  • Posted Jul 7, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Who Are We? Poly-Nova opened in Guelph in 1996. We have a 30,000 square foot manufacturing plant and employ about 150 employees. We produce rubber products for the automotive & power transmission industries. Our areas of expertise are in rubber molding, material development, engineering, injection molding and over molding. We were purchased by Starlim Sterner in 2011, market leaders in Silicone Liquid Injection Molding, with the head office in Austria and a manufacturing plant in London Ontario. With the ability to offer rubber and silicone under one company we can expect exceptional growth for the future. We are certified IATF16949, and we take quality seriously. Our customers choose us for many reasons; we collaborate with them to deliver a solution, we are exceptional at design & development, we stand behind our products, and we are continually advancing technologically. We can exceed customer expectations because of the commitment & dedication of our employees. We are also proud to say we have ISO 450001 & ISO 14001 certifications. We are committed to being a healthy, safe, and environmentally conscious workplace. Machine Operator – Afternoon Shift Shift: Full-Time, Monday to Friday Hours: 2:50pm to 11:00pm Pay Range: $20.08hr to $22.11 per hour plus $0.60 /hr shift premium Position Overview Machine Operators play a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, and continuous improvement at Poly-Nova Technologies. We are currently seeking a full-time Machine Operator (Night Shift) This is an open position. Key Responsibilities Load press/machine with correct rubber Operate injection molding machines and presses Closely inspect parts within cycle time by following quality inspection instructions and alerts, removing flash Complete shift paperwork: machine logs, scrap sheets, production reports, etc Package finished parts as per required quantity; label and prepare for shipping, place on skid Notify Supervisor or Lead Hand of any unusual amounts of scrap, including new/unusual defects Maintain traceability and identification of parts by confirming correct labels are placed on boxes Ensure fabric is pulled and sprues are inspected for mold foul, or orther rubber related issues General Tasks (if relevant) Maintain accurate records related to the activity of the shift Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives Communication of any issues during shift overlap to incoming Machine Operator General housekeeping: sweeping area, removing build-up of rubber and parts spillage in work area Qualifications, Requirements & Competencies High school (Secondary School) diploma 1+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with SOPs and EH&S standards. Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, policies, memos, and quality alerts. Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and consistency. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Competent to operate press equipment: automated and manual Physical & Technical Requirements General mathematical and mechanical aptitude. Ability to wear required PPE Ability to lift 15–35 lbs (full cases of product and insert trays). Ability to stand for extended periods, with opportunities to sit during inspection tasks. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Accessibility Poly-Nova Technologies is committed to providing an accessible workplace. If you require an accommodation of any kind during the recruitment process, please notify the recruiter during any aspect of the hiring process. What We Offer · Group Retirement and Savings Plan with Employer Match · Health, dental, vision and life insurance benefits · Company events · Employee assistance program · On-site parking · Opportunities for growth and development · Paid Time Off · Tuition Reimbursement

What you’ll do

Operate injection molding machines and presses to produce rubber products while performing quality inspections and removing flash. Maintain accurate production logs, package finished parts, and ensure strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for extended periods, and follow complex work instructions.

Benefits

• Group Retirement And Savings Plan • Employer Match • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • Company Events • Employee Assistance Program • On-site Parking • Opportunities For Growth And Development • Paid Time Off • Tuition Reimbursement

Listed skills

  • Occupational safetyPreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Injection Molding
  • Machine Operation
  • Quality Inspection
  • Production Reporting
  • Workplace Safety
  • Attention To Detail
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Mathematical Aptitude
  • PPE Compliance
  • Manual Press Operation
  • Automated Press Operation
  • Packaging
  • Labeling
  • Traceability
  • Housekeeping
  • Communication

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Engineering

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week