Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Raise - find a more meaningful working experience; Burlington; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Raise is seeking a Machine Operator for 1st shift in Burlington, ON (On-Site) at $19/hr for a 2-month contract. The role involves operating personalization and fulfilment equipment, rotating between stations, meeting targets, and ensuring quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong manual dexterity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferable.
• Manual dexterity and ability to multitask.
• Able to work in a standing position.
• Good work history and references.
• Able to pass background/credit check.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Experience with electro-mechanical equipment in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Proficient with Excel/Word and MS Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate personalization and/or fulfilment equipment to meet specifications.
• Rotate between work stations and run different machines as needed by shift plans.
• Meet shift targets defined by Process Team Coach.
• Perform quality checks and follow procedures.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and document work performed.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Lean Six Sigma projects and waste reduction efforts.
• Communicate instructions to team members.
• Adhere to HSE policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Assist in maintaining OTD and department objectives.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Multi-tasking

Stand-up environment

Good work history

Follow instructions

Team collaboration

Background/credit check

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

• Location: Burlington, ON (On-Site)
• Pay Rate: $19/hr
• Contract Length: 2 Months

We at Raise are hiring an Machine Operator - 1st Shift for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they're now expanding their team to meet rising demand. We're hiring right now.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate personalization and / or fulfilment equipment as required, depending on workload and circumstances to produce jobs in accordance with customer, company and/or industry specifications
• Work in and rotate between different work stations and run different machines, at times two at the same time, in accordance with the plans and priorities in place, depending on the shift and work areas, as needed and instructed by leadership team
• Meet shift targets as defined by the Process Team Coach and track them on daily basis
• Perform all quality checks and follow established procedures
• Perform Preventive Maintenance as scheduled and document work performed
• Participate in team meetings and with team review past performances and promote a culture of continuous improvement and waste reduction
• Promote team harmony, assist in working towards high performance team status and achievement of the levels of empowerment through Career Path
• Communicate instructions and information to other team members
• Participate in and support team in Problems Solving events (Kaizen), use of kanbans, E-maintenance, TPM, SPC, continuous improvement, reduction of waste, error proofing and other Lean Six Sigma initiatives
• Participate in and support team in all HSE and security policies/procedures. Report all unsafe incidents, conditions and security violations. Participate in all scheduled HSE and security trainings
• Other duties as necessary to maintain OTD and other specified department/plant objectives

Required Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma preferable
• Manual dexterity, ability to work without constant supervision, ability to multi-task
• Ability to work in primarily a stand-up environment
• Good work history/references needed
• Ability to pass background/credit check
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Experience with electro-mechanical equipment in a fast paced manufacturing environment and prior experience working in teams
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.) is an asset

Looking for meaningful work? We can help!

Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we're a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/