Converting Line Operator — Career Path to Level III

Kruger Products | Produits Kruger; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Defined Contribution Pension

Monthly Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Kruger Products Inc., a longstanding Canadian manufacturer, is seeking a Level I Operator for its converting line. You will operate and adjust equipment safely, perform changeovers, and help drive quality and throughput in a fast-paced production setting.

Reporting to the Line Centric Team Operations Leader, you will participate in training, support safety programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Technician fields OR
• A High School Diploma / GED with relevant hands‑on experience
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical processes
• Strong communication skills
• Reliability, adaptability, and a strong team mindset

Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace health, safety, and regulatory procedures.
• Use PPE at all times (steel-toe footwear, hearing & eye protection, cut resistant gloves, bump cap).
• Maintain clean, organized work areas that meet facility standards.
• Complete hourly quality and production reports accurately.
• Ensure products meet required specifications.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or process issues promptly.
• Operate and adjust converting line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up and maintain core production machines and auxiliary systems including wrappers, case packers, case sealers, palletizing robots.
• Use overhead cranes and lift‑assist devices safely.
• Monitor machine performance and help optimize throughput and product quality.
• Perform machine changeovers as required by production schedules.
• Ensure changeovers are completed safely and efficiently within set time standards.
• Make basic mechanical/operational adjustments to support smooth start‑up.
• Participate in required training and cross‑training opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Demonstrate readiness to grow toward Level III responsibilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Team mindset

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Technician fields

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Kruger Products Inc., a longstanding Canadian manufacturer, is seeking a Level I Operator for its converting line. You will operate and adjust equipment safely, perform changeovers, and help drive quality and throughput in a fast-paced production setting.

Reporting to the Line Centric Team Operations Leader, you will participate in training, support safety programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.