Machine Operator

Job summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating production and packaging equipment to manufacture household foil products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. They also perform material handling tasks, maintain accurate production records, and collaborate with teams to minimize downtime.

Job details

Job Overview Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We are passionate about achieving results and have fun winning as a team! We currently have an opportunity for a Machine Operator - Household Foil/Foodservice at our Manufacturing Plant in Mississauga, ON. Responsibilities The Machine Operator operates production rewind and packaging equipment to safely manufacture high-quality household foil and foodservice products while supporting productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. This role monitors equipment performance, verifies product quality, maintains accurate production records, and partners with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime. Working within established procedures, the position exercises sound judgment to identify routine production issues and escalates more complex equipment or quality concerns as needed. You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen! Production Operations Operate household foil rewind and packaging equipment to achieve production, quality, and safety objectives. Set up and thread rewind equipment, verify all machine guards are in place, and prepare equipment for safe operation. Load raw materials, including foil, cores, and packaging materials, to maintain continuous production flow. Clear routine equipment jams, rethread equipment, and restart operations while minimizing production interruptions. Monitor machine performance and communicate equipment issues requiring technical support to the appropriate personnel. Quality Inspect finished rolls and packaged products for defects such as tears, holes, wrinkles, barber poling, and packaging quality. Verify finished products meet established quality standards before packaging and shipment. Escalate non-routine quality concerns to Lead Hand, Set-Up Specialist, or Production Supervisor. Material Handling & Documentation Safely operate motorized material handling equipment to transport raw materials and finished goods within the production area. Complete accurate production and operational records to support inventory, traceability, and production reporting. Safety & Housekeeping Follow all company health, safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area through effective housekeeping practices. Use required personal protective equipment and immediately report unsafe conditions or incidents. You Will Love It Here If… You put safety first, always You listen, learn, and evolve You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity You are committed to improving our impact on local communities Requirements Education/Experience Required High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Experience operating manufacturing or production equipment in a machine-paced environment. Preferred Experience operating rewind, packaging, or converting equipment in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to safely operate production equipment following established work procedures. Ability to identify routine equipment and product quality issues. Basic mechanical aptitude to address minor production interruptions. Ability to maintain accurate production documentation. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality. Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and leadership teams. Competencies Action Oriented – Takes prompt action to maintain production flow while working safely and efficiently. Ensures Accountability – Consistently follows established procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements. Drives Results – Maintains productivity while delivering quality products that meet operational expectations. Collaborates – Works effectively with operators, maintenance, supervisors, and support teams to resolve routine production issues. Decision Quality – Recognizes routine equipment and quality concerns and appropriately escalates complex issues. Plans and Aligns – Organizes work activities and materials to support efficient, uninterrupted production. Want to know more? Check out our website or connect with us on LinkedIn! Apply today to join a fast-growing innovative company! Not a good fit but know someone who is? Please refer them! No unsolicited recruiter or agency inquiries, please. RCP affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, sex, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, genetic information, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. RCP conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. Pay Range USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /H

What you’ll do

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating production and packaging equipment to manufacture household foil products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. They also perform material handling tasks, maintain accurate production records, and collaborate with teams to minimize downtime.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience operating manufacturing or production equipment. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for this role.

Listed skills

• Packaging · Preferred
• Quality Inspection · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Machine operation
• Production equipment
• Packaging
• Quality inspection
• Mechanical aptitude
• Material handling
• Safety compliance
• Documentation
• Troubleshooting
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Inventory management
• Material Handling Equipment
• Action Oriented
• Operational Efficiency
• Accountability
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Machine Operation
• Housekeeping
• Communication
• Continuous Production
• Food Services
• Finished Good
• Packaging And Labeling
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Material Handling
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operations
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Production Equipment
• Production Flow Analysis
• Product Quality (QA/QC)
• Environment Health And Safety
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Manufacturing
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• Logistics
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