Machine Operator

Aerotek; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Kitchener is seeking a Machine Operator for a contract-to-hire position. Responsibilities include inspecting machine equipment, following production processes, and proposing improvements. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, attention to detail, and be able to lift 25 lbs. The role offers competitive pay and benefits after 3 months, including performance bonuses and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Full company-paid benefits for family

Monthly lunches if targets met

RRSP matching up to 3%

Yearly performance review with potential raises

Yearly individual performance bonus up to $3,000

Gym accessible to all employees

$120 per year for boots

Paid shutdown during Christmas week

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operating and setup experience.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Fast learner with high attention to detail.
• Great attendance record.
• Experience in cable harness assembly and production.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machine centre equipment, processes, and materials.
• Follow production paperwork to produce quality cable.
• Propose and justify solutions to process issues.
• Continuously improve the production process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform data entry for ERP system.

Skills

Machine operating experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Forklift operation

Job description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for the inspection of machine centre equipment, processes, and materials. You will read, set up, and follow production paperwork to produce quality cable. Additionally, you will be expected to propose solutions if a process does not work and provide justification for your solutions. Continuous process improvement is also a key part of the role. Maintaining a clean and organized work environment and updating production instructions are essential. You will be required to perform data entry for the ERP system to record inventory and production completion. Adherence to corporate rules, safety rules, company policies, and processes is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machine centre equipment, processes, and materials.
• Read, set up, and follow production paperwork to produce quality cable.
• Propose solutions to process issues and justify solutions.
• Continuously improve the production process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Update production instructions as necessary.
• Perform data entry for ERP system recording of inventory and production completion.
• Follow and comply with all corporate rules, safety rules, and company policies.
• 2+ years of machine operating and setup experience.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Fast learner with high attention to detail.
• Great attendance record.
• Experience in cable harness assembly and cable production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience and certification.

Why Work Here?

Our workplace offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth. After the first 3 months, employees will receive a competitive salary with full company-paid benefits extended to family members. Monthly company-paid lunches are available if targets are met. We offer RRSP matching up to 3% and a yearly performance review with a potential 3-5% raise. Employees may receive a yearly individual performance bonus of up to $3,000. Our facility includes a gym accessible to all employees, and we provide $120 per year for boots. We also offer a paid shutdown for two days during the week of Christmas.

The facility is newly renovated, providing a clean and organized work area. The work schedule follows a day / afternoon rotation from Monday to Friday, 6 : 00 am to 2 : 30 pm and 2 : 30 pm to 11 : 00 pm. The hourly wage is competitive, with opportunities for regular performance-based increases.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kitchener, Ontario.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 / hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kitchener,ON.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.