Extrusion Machine Operator

Altium Packaging; Orangeville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent packaging company in Ontario is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator to manage blow-mold machines and ensure product quality. Ideal candidates should possess basic mathematical and computer skills, with a preference for a high school diploma. Responsibilities include troubleshooting machinery, preparing production reports, and maintaining safety standards. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health, dental, life, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement programs

Rewards and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Basic computer experience.
• Completion of Altium Machine Operator I training within 90 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow-mold machines to produce quality bottles and perform quality checks.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on blow-mold machines.
• Prepare and document daily production reports.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Basic computer experience

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Completion of Altium Machine Operator I training

Job description

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

Extrusion Machine Operator

The Extrusion Machine Operator will operate blow-mold machines, grinders, trimmers, and conveyor systems. This role is responsible for troubleshooting process issues and performing minor maintenance to ensure the continued operation of the production line. The Machine Operator is also responsible for adhering to the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies.
• Operate blow-mold machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines) to ensure production of quality bottles and perform audits, weights and quality checks. Machines may vary by site.
• Adhere to quality control and to blow mold process procedure.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repair on blow-mold and support equipment.
• Make adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Introduction to preventive maintenance, mold, neck and blow pin and other mechanical changes.
• Grind excess bottle and material.
• Introduction to troubleshoot ing and resolv ing process problems.
• Prepare maintenance request forms and document equipment repairs.
• Prepare & document daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies and other.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are minimum requirements for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company.

Experience

• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Basic computer experience.
• Prefer High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Completion of Altium Machine Operator I training within 90 days of hire date.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas.

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We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource – Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. We offer health, dental, life and disability insurance plans to support the well-being of our employees. In addition, we offer public holidays and time off to promote work-life balance. We also invest in our people by offering tuition reimbursement programs as well as learning and training opportunities. Altium Packaging sites offer rewards and recognition programs as well as opportunities for its employees to make a difference in their communities.

Equal Access to Employment Program

As an employer who subscribes to the principle of equal employment, we are committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage individuals from the following designated groups to apply and voluntarily indicate their group of affiliation: Women, Visible Minorities, Indigenous Peoples and Persons with Disabilities.

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