General Production (Blown Film)

Winpak Ltd.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription coverage

Vision plan

Life and accidental death & dismemberm

Employee assistance program

Disability coverage

Job summary

Winpak Division in Winnipeg is hiring for a General Production position on a 12-hour rotating shift. The role supports railcar unloaders, resin pelletizers, and blown film lines, reporting to the Operator or Shift Supervisor/Lead hand.

Responsibilities include assisting with orders, operating and maintaining equipment, quality checks, and inventory counts, with a focus on safety and housekeeping on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience with hand tools.
• Ability to take instruction and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Good aptitude for machines.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operators with preparing all orders for the shift to minimize non-productive time and production scrap.
• Support the operation of extruders, with a focus on the manual aspects of machine operation.
• Learn to operate extruders through competency-based training programs and direct Operator instruction.
• Assist with routine and basic maintenance of equipment, including assembly, disassembly, and cleaning.
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure product standards are met.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the department.
• Operate forklift equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform core cutting as required.
• Assist with pelletizer operations.
• Support railcar unloading operations (outdoors).
• Participate in weekly resin inventory counts.

Skills

Hand tools experience

Instruction following

Independent & team work

Mathematical skills

Machinery aptitude

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

Winpak Division is currently hiring for the General Production Position based out of Winnipeg on the 12-hour rotating shift. Reporting to the Operator or the Shift Supervisor/Lead hand, the General Production position is responsible for assisting with the safe and effective operation of the railcar unloaders, resin pelletizers, and blown film lines.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Operators with preparing all orders for the shift to minimize non-productive time and production scrap.

Support the operation of extruders, with a focus on the manual aspects of machine operation.

Learn to operate extruders through competency-based training programs and direct Operator instruction.

Assist with routine and basic maintenance of equipment, including assembly, disassembly, and cleaning.

Perform routine quality checks to ensure product standards are met.

Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the department.

Operate forklift equipment safely and efficiently.

Perform core cutting as required.

Assist with pelletizer operations.

Support railcar unloading operations (outdoors).

Participate in weekly resin inventory counts.

Required Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience with hand tools, including tape measures.
• Ability to take instruction and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Basic mathematical skills and ability.
• Good aptitude for machines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous related work experience preferred.
• The General Production position is 100% onsite, working on the production floor.
• We are located in Murray Industrial Park. There are limited bus services to this location.

12-Hour Shift Rotation: (example)

• Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 8:00-20:00 (days)
• Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday from 8:00-20:00 (days)
• Week 3 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 20:00-8:00 (nights)
• Week 4 - Wednesday, Thursday from 20:00-8:00 (nights)
• Week 5 - Repeat rotation starting at week 1

Why Winpak?

Winpak is a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

What do we offer?

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

Our benefit package includes the following:

• Medical & prescription coverage
• Vision plan
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Additionally, you can also enroll in additional voluntary life insurance for yourself. If you become injured or ill, you will also be able to apply for short term and long term disability benefit coverage.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values.

We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer

we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Previous related work experience preferred.