Level I Machine Operator

Kruger Products | Produits Kruger; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Defined Contribution Pension

Monthly Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Kruger Products Inc., a longstanding Canadian manufacturer, is seeking a Level I Operator for its converting line. You will operate and adjust equipment safely, perform changeovers, and help drive quality and throughput in a fast-paced production setting.

Reporting to the Line Centric Team Operations Leader, you will participate in training, support safety programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Technician fields OR
• A High School Diploma / GED with relevant hands‑on experience
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical processes
• Strong communication skills
• Reliability, adaptability, and a strong team mindset

Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace health, safety, and regulatory procedures.
• Use PPE at all times (steel-toe footwear, hearing & eye protection, cut resistant gloves, bump cap).
• Maintain clean, organized work areas that meet facility standards.
• Complete hourly quality and production reports accurately.
• Ensure products meet required specifications.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or process issues promptly.
• Operate and adjust converting line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up and maintain core production machines and auxiliary systems including wrappers, case packers, case sealers, palletizing robots.
• Use overhead cranes and lift‑assist devices safely.
• Monitor machine performance and help optimize throughput and product quality.
• Perform machine changeovers as required by production schedules.
• Ensure changeovers are completed safely and efficiently within set time standards.
• Make basic mechanical/operational adjustments to support smooth start‑up.
• Participate in required training and cross‑training opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Demonstrate readiness to grow toward Level III responsibilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Team mindset

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Technician fields

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Are you mechanically inclined, safety‑focused, and eager to grow your career in manufacturing?

Join the team at Kruger Products Inc., Kruger Pro division as a Level I Operator, where you’ll play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of our converting line equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and wants to build a long‑term future in a fast‑paced production environment.

About The Role

Reporting to the Line Centric Team Operations Leader, you will:

Safety First

• Follow all workplace health, safety, and regulatory procedures.
• Use proper PPE at all times (steel‑toe footwear, hearing & eye protection, cut resistant gloves, bump cap).
• Maintain clean, organized work areas that meet facility standards.

Quality & Reporting

• Complete hourly quality and production reports accurately.
• Ensure products meet required specifications.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or process issues promptly.

Machine Operation & Optimization

• Operate and adjust converting line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up and maintain core production machines and auxiliary systems including:
  • Wrappers, Case packers, Case sealers, Palletizing robots
• Use overhead cranes and lift‑assist devices safely.
• Monitor machine performance and help optimize throughput and product quality.

Changeovers

• Perform machine changeovers as required by production schedules.
• Ensure changeovers are completed safely and efficiently within set time standards.
• Make basic mechanical/operational adjustments to support smooth start‑up.

Teamwork & Growth

• Participate in required training and cross‑training opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Demonstrate readiness to grow toward Level III responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Technician fields OR
• A High School Diploma / GED with relevant hands‑on experience
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical processes
• Strong communication skills
• Reliability, adaptability, and a strong team mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, reach, twist, push, and pull
• Ability to climb stairs and work in a physically active environment

Why Build Your Career at Kruger Products?

A culture rooted in safety. Your well‑being comes first.

Growth you can count on. Clear progression from Level I to Level III, supported by training and mentorship.

Pride in what you make. Our products are used by millions of Canadians every day.

A team that feels like family. Supportive coworkers, approachable leaders, and a collaborative environment.

A stable Canadian employer. We’ve been a trusted industry leader for over a century.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $26.23 - $32.96
• Group Insurance
• Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Plan
• Monthly Bonus Opportunities