GENERAL OPERATOR

Emmerson Packaging; Canada; On-site; CAD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Job summary

A packaging company in Canada is seeking a General Operator to support manufacturing operations by performing essential production tasks. Responsibilities include operating machinery, maintaining production records, and ensuring product quality. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work rotating shifts. Competitive wages and health benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including days, afternoons, and nights.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment effectively.
• Inspect products and materials to ensure quality.
• Maintain accurate production records and report deviations.

Skills

Ability to operate and monitor production machinery

Strong attention to detail

Good mechanical aptitude

Effective communication skills

Strong time-management skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our Values say it best:

• We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
• We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
• We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
• We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us

JOB SUMMARY:

The General Operator performs production tasks in support of manufacturing operations, ensuring products are produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality standards and procedures. Placement within a specific production area will be based on business needs.

COMPENSATION

• Up to $24.00/hour to start
• Night shift premium: an additional $2.00/hour for night shift hours

JOB TASKS:

• Operates and monitors production equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Sets up, adjusts, and performs basic troubleshooting on machinery as required
• Inspects products and materials to ensure they meet quality specifications
• Maintains accurate production records and reports defects or deviations to the supervisor
• Keeps work area clean, organized, and compliant with SQF and safety standards
• Works collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and deadlines
• Follows all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to operate and monitor production machinery
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
• Good mechanical aptitude; ability to perform basic equipment adjustments
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong time-management skills; ability to work well with deadlines
• Good reading, comprehension, and mathematical skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability and willingness to work scheduled rotating shifts
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform duties involving standing for extended periods, stretching, and repetitive motion

REQUIRMENTS:

• Secondary school (High School) diploma, or equivalent
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work rotating shifts including days, afternoons, and nights

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in a flexographic packaging environment
• Familiarity with quality control or inspection processes

What's in it for YOU?

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits