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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to meet quality and production targets. They must perform minor preventive maintenance, inspect finished products, and ensure all safety and quality procedures are followed.
Job details
Description This is a full-time position with rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. Compensation: $26–$30 per hour, plus a $1.50 per hour night shift premium, overtime eligibility, company benefits, and RRSP matching. Job Summary The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to meet production goals and quality standards. This role requires a reliable, self-motivated individual who can manage their time, work independently, and contribute to a team while following safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. Key Responsibilities * Operate and adjust production equipment to meet production targets and ensure products meet quality specifications. * Monitor machines during operation to ensure proper functioning as well as daily production goals to meet targets for assigned production lines. * Check product quality and report any issues. * Review equipment performance and discuss any issues with the Machine Operator from the previous shift. * Perform minor preventive maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance and report equipment problems. * Check and maintain proper raw material levels for assigned machines. * Inspect finished products for quality and make adjustments as necessary. * Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment is required. * Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Experience in plastics manufacturing is preferred. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Good attention to detail, reliability, and time management skills. * Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Working Conditions * Manufacturing environment with exposure to production machinery and noise. * Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift. * Must be available to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends. Day shifts: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Night shifts: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM. * Must follow all workplace safety procedures. * Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties. Why Join Us * Competitive pay – $26–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Additional $1.50 per hour for night shifts. * Quarterly bonuses and annual performance reviews with merit increases * RRSP Matching Program. * Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. * Life Insurance. * Employee Assistance Program (EAP). * Educational Assistance. * Service Recognition and Anniversary Awards. “Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.” Revised: 10/21/2026
What you’ll do
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to meet quality and production targets. They must perform minor preventive maintenance, inspect finished products, and ensure all safety and quality procedures are followed.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment and a high school diploma. Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts are required.
Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance
- Quarterly Bonuses
- Performance Reviews
Listed skills
- Time management · Preferred
- Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- Quality Control · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Machine Operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Time Management
- Attention To Detail
- Safety Compliance
- Production Monitoring
- Raw Material Handling
- Food Quality Assurance And Control
- Lifting Ability
- Self-Motivation
- Housekeeping
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Food Safety And Sanitation
- Machinery
- Performance Review
- Production Equipment
- Production Line
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Product Quality (QA/QC)
- Workplace Safety
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Logistics
- Machine Operator
- CNC Operator
- Metal Working Machine Tool Setters and Operators
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
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