Experienced Machine Operator

Cascades; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine services

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing 5%

Employee share purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cascades in Scarborough is seeking an Experienced Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will operate and support production lines, handle material staging, and help ensure quality and safety on the floor.

The role offers full-time hours with a rotating or 12-hour shift schedule according to the plant needs. Starting pay is $28.31 per hour, with progression to $33.30 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package, pension/retirement plan, and performance-based rewards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating and setting up production machinery.
• Highschool diploma with ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to understand technical documents (spec sheets, printing instructions) and learn machine operations.
• Strong soft skills: attention to detail, adaptability, teamwork, communication, time management, and commitment to health and safety.
• Manufacturing/industrial experience, including feeder or stacker operations (an asset).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience with equipment such as laminators/Asitrade, and/or flatbed die cutters (an asset).
• Ability to learn and gain required knowledge of machine operations and controls.
• Proficiency with computers (PC literacy) and basic systems knowledge.
• Good mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Responsibilities

• Assist the operator with machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues, making adjustments as needed to maintain production quality and efficiency.
• Prepare and stage materials, ensuring load tags match production orders.
• Monitor product quality during feeding and production processes.
• Maintain continuous workflow by handling pallets and material movement.
• Adjust machine components and clear jams to support smooth operation.
• Support cleaning, basic maintenance, and safety procedures (including lockout/tagout).
• Communicate issues promptly and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Use SAP/electronic systems for inventory tracking and reporting.

Skills

Machine operation

English literacy

Technical documentation comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

You're the kind of operator who notices what others miss. The unusual sound. The slight variation in quality. The small adjustment that makes a big difference. If you take pride in running equipment at its best and delivering quality work every day, this role was built for you.

Join us as anExperienced Machine OperatorinScarboroughand help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety always come first.

Please note: This job is not for the Forklift Operators

What’sin it for you

Taking care of our people is in our nature,soyou’llenjoy:

• Starting hourly wage of $28.31 with progression to an Operator role up to $33.30
• Full-timeemploymentwith guaranteed hours for job stability.
• 24/5 operations with a weekly rotating schedule across three shifts, or a 24/7 continental schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts. The specific schedule will depend on theposition for whichyou are selected.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including group insurance, telemedicine services, and an employer-contributed retirement savings plan.
• Profit sharingof 5%andanemployee share purchase plan,allowing you toour company's success.
• Employeeassistanceprogram, because your physical and mental well-being matters.
• Referralbonus:help grow the team and get rewarded.

Whatyou’lldo

As aMachine Operator,you’llbe at the heart ofoperations:right on the floor where materials take shape.Your day-to-day:

• Assistthe operator with machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers

Troubleshoot machine and process issues, making adjustments as needed to maintain production quality and efficiency

• Prepare and stage materials, ensuring load tags match production orders
• Monitor product quality during feeding and production processes
• Maintain continuous workflow by handling pallets and material movement
• Adjust machine components and clear jams to support smooth operation
• Support cleaning, basic maintenance, and safety procedures (including lockout/tagout)
• Communicate issues promptly and keep the work area clean and organized
• Use SAP/electronic systems for inventory tracking and reporting

Your strengths as aMachine Operator:

You are a natural fit for this role ifyou have:

• 5+ yearsoperating and setting up production machinery
• Highschool diploma (or equivalent) with ability to read and write in English
• Ability to understand technical documents (spec sheets, printing instructions) and learn machine operations
• Strong soft skills: attention to detail, adaptability, teamwork, communication, time management, and commitment to healthandsafety
• Manufacturing/industrial experience, including feederorstacker operations(an asset)
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience with equipment such as laminators/Asitrade, and/ or flatbed die cutters (an asset)
• Ability to learn and gain required knowledge of machine operations and controls
• Proficiencywith computers (PC literacy) and basic systems knowledge
• Goodmathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

If you bring as much heart to who you are as to what you do, wecan'twait to meet you!

Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably.This posting is for an active vacancy within our organization.

Since 1964, Cascades has been driving innovation in the manufacturing sector by offering sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recycling.

At Cascades, we respect nature. And above all, we respect our 9,000 employees. With more than 65 facilities across North America, we offer a committed and diverse environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to the company’s success.