machine operator - textile fibre, yarn, hide and pelt processing

Government of Canada; Drummondville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Drummondville is seeking a machine operator to oversee operations and maintenance of various equipment. Responsibilities include training staff, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining production logs. Ideal candidates should have a relevant diploma and experience in a fast-paced, noisy environment. Comprehensive health and financial benefits are provided.

Benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Wellness program

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to handle up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in supervising mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain variety of machines.
• Investigate and resolve machine stoppages.
• Supervise operation of mechanical equipment.
• Produce production reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliable

Ability to handle heavy loads

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

Manual cutting knives

Calenders

Job description

Overview

Languages: French

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment: Noisy

Work setting: Manufacture

Responsibilities

• Notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment malfunctions
• Operate and feed a variety of machines
• Set up, maintain and make minor repairs to machinery
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Investigate machine stoppages
• Assist machine operators and other textile workers as required
• Examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Train or assist in the training of other workers
• Supervise operation of mechanical equipment and machinery
• Start-up and shut-down systems
• Produce reports
• Maintain shift log of production and other data
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Assist machine operators or assemblers in manufacturing process
• Manage incidents
• Report information to supervisor

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Manual cutting knives
• Calenders

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability

Benefits

• Health benefits:
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits:
  • Bonus
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Long term benefits:
  • Long-term care insurance
• Other benefits:
  • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • On-site recreation and activities
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance
  • Wellness program