Machine Operator

TreeHouse Foods; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Wellness programs

Inclusive environment

Career growth support

Recognition programs

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods in Kitchener, ON is seeking a Machine Operator to monitor packaging lines, fill feeders, and perform quality checks. This full-time role emphasizes safety, GMP compliance, and a steady workflow in a high-production environment.

You will read and follow instructions in English, collaborate with maintenance and production teams, and respond quickly to equipment issues. Shift runs 10:30 PM–6:30 AM or 11:00 PM–7:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday, with shift differential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging equipment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift 25–50 lbs.
• Shift flexibility for 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Monitor packaging equipment to maintain line speed and controls.
• Fill feeders and maintain levels, ensure proper materials are available.
• Perform pre-operation checklist and communicate with supervisor.
• Report equipment problems to maintenance for troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with crew leaders to ensure orders complete on schedule.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English fluency

Safety awareness

Job description

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ON Kitchener

Job Type:

Production Operations

Job Posting Title:

Machine Operator

About Us:

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.

Named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values—Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.

What You Gain:

• Competitive compensation and benefits program!
• Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs! Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities!
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth.
• Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs.

Job Description:

About the Role:

The primary function of the Machine Operator position is to monitor packaging equipment, fill feeders, and perform quality checks on packaging according to product specifications. This role requires observing all safety regulations, ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met, and maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process.

You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:

• Obtain a work schedule from the supervisor and communicate with the previous shift operator and maintenance team to prepare for operations, walk the line and complete a pre-operation checklist.
• Monitor packaging equipment to ensure line speed and controls are running according to product specifications.
• Keep the line properly supplied by obtaining appropriate materials (e.g., correct film), positioning them at the station, filling feeders, and maintaining levels, ensure the glue bins and carton magazines are full.
• Limit downtime by reporting equipment problems to maintenance for troubleshooting and resolution.
• Communicate with crew leaders, supervisors, and maintenance to manage orders to completion successfully.

Important Details:

This is a full-time permanent role on 3rd shift, which operates from 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM or 11 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday through Thursday. Shift differential included. The wage range for this position is $25.37–$25.63 per hour, with $25.37 as the starting rate and $25.63 as the full rate. This posting is for a newly created role that is not currently vacant.

About You:

• Experience operating packaging or similar equipment and demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills to identify and address issues promptly.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and to read, write and communicate fluently in English
• Ability to stand for extended periods, Capability to lift and move items weighing 25-50 lbs, work in a fast-paced, high-production environment.

This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.

At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail]