Package Manufacturing Technician

Matthews International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging firm in Toronto is seeking a Package Manufacturing Technician to construct and assemble a variety of packaging types. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 0-3 years of experience in the packaging industry, and a strong attention to detail. You will work closely with design teams to ensure projects meet client expectations. The role requires manual dexterity and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in packaging in a manufacturing industry.
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop skills.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble materials to build various sample packages.
• Ensure accuracy of tools to create realistic packages.
• Collaborate with package designers for effective processes.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value.

The Package Manufacturing Technician ensures that mock‑ups, sales samples, influencer boxes and other packaging types are constructed accurately and effectively meeting and/or exceeding client expectations. The technician works with a team of like technicians in a manufacturing atmosphere. They are responsible for completing their stage in the manufacturing process, ensuring the accuracy of material prior to release for next steps in the project lifecycle.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble materials as instructed to build a wide variety of sample packages.
• Ensure precise use of tools required to create professional and realistic looking packages based upon customer needs.
• Follow technical requirements and standards including government food handling standard guidelines.
• Check for accuracy and consistency when constructing multiple packages.
• Ensure projects are completed in a timely fashion and scheduled priorities are met.
• Collaborate with package designer and recommend effective processes for creating a particular package.
• Support high quality training of new technicians to ensure optimum efficiency and performance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma (recommended).
• 0–3 years of experience in packaging in a manufacturing industry.
• High degree of manual dexterity.
• Enthusiasm to learn, eagerness to build knowledge and willingness to develop skills.
• Comfortable working as part of a team.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.
• Self‑motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Specific physical abilities required include effective use of hands for cutting, taping, gluing, folding and constructing a wide variety of materials.

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