Equipment Operator - Packaging

Arterra Wines Canada; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Full training and long-term career

Job summary

Arterra Wines Canada is hiring Production Workers for our VinFirst facility in St. Catharines, Ontario. Two positions are available: one full-time role and one contract role.

You will operate production and packaging equipment, stock lines, and ensure safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and reliable attendance, with prior manufacturing experience considered an asset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, packaging, food processing, or industrial experience is considered an asset.
• Physical ability to work within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to regularly lift and move 30 lbs, occasionally 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate production equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment while adhering to safety, quality, and operating standards.
• Stock production lines with required components and materials for smooth flow of production.
• Monitor production processes and identify potential issues affecting efficiency, quality, or safety.
• Perform palletizing of finished products (manual and/or vacuum-assisted).
• Conduct Clean-in-Place procedures on equipment following sanitation protocols.
• Receive and transfer product to support production operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle waste properly.
• Ensure continuous flow of product to optimize packaging line performance.
• Complete production sanitation and records for quality and compliance.

Skills

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexible

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production equipment operation

Job description

Job Description

Role: Production Worker, General Labour

Location: VinFirst, St. Catharines

Start: September 1, 2026 Reports To: Production Manager

Why Join Arterra Wines?

At Arterra Wines Canada, we aim to inspire the simple joys of life, and we come to work every day with a shared passion to build wine brands people love. As a pioneer in the Canadian wine industry with 150 years of experience, our success is driven by our people. We work together with integrity and pride, striving to reach our fullest potential every day, and we’re looking for people who do the same.

VinFirst was opened in 2006 and acquired by Arterra Wines Canada in 2021, is a business focused on sustainable and alternative packaging solutions. The company provides both Tetra Pak and canning line capabilities, supporting flexible packaging options for beverage products while aligning with growing demand for environmentally conscious formats.

We are hiring two (2) enthusiastic Production Workers for a production line expansion, one (1) full time role and one (1) contract role.

Who You Are

A reliable and hardworking team player who takes pride in producing quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and product quality. Able to work well independently and collaboratively. Willing to support operational needs as required.

Role Overview

Operate production and packaging equipment while adhering to established safety, quality, and operating standards.

Stock production lines with required components and materials to ensure a smooth and continuous flow of production.

Monitor production processes and identify potential issues that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.

Perform manual and/or vacuum-assisted palletizing of finished products.

Conduct Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures on equipment, including tanks, production lines, and filling equipment, following established sanitation and food safety protocols.

Receive and transfer product as required to support production operations.

Maintain a clean and organized work area, including product recapture, waste handling, and proper disposal procedures.

Ensure a continuous flow of product to optimize packaging line performance and minimize downtime.

Complete production cleanup activities and prepare equipment and work areas for the next product run or the following day's production.

Accurately complete required production, quality, and sanitation records.

Follow all company policies, safety regulations, food safety requirements, and standard operating procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, packaging, food processing, or industrial experience is considered an asset.
• Physical ability to work within a manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to regularly lift and move 30 lbs, and occasionally 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate production equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Competitive wages.
• Creative incentive programs.
• Flexible hours.
• Full training and exciting long-term career opportunities.
• Fun culture and environment.
• Wine education, training, and tastings.
• An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility.

Compensation

Budgeted Range – $22.75/hr to $29.50/hr. The budgeted range will align with qualifications, including experience, education, training, licenses, certifications, and other business and organizational requirements.

Accessibility

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Mission

Our mission is simple – to build brands people love.

In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family: Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino and Kim Crawford.

We have more than 140 years of experience in the Canadian wine industry, with five estate wineries across the country and over 1,700 acres of premium vineyards.

We own and operate 164 Wine Rack retail stores in Ontario and sell wine kits and products for winemaking through our RJS Craft Winemaking business.