packaging machine mechanic

J & F SEAFOOD CORP.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood packaging company located in York Region, Vaughan is seeking a dedicated individual for a permanent position. The role requires strong communication skills, previous experience in a similar setting, and the ability to operate machinery efficiently. Candidates should be physically capable and ready to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers 30 to 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Experience in operating and adjusting packaging machines.

Responsibilities

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Supervise other workers and ensure conformance to standards.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Physically demanding work

Education

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

Tools

Conveyor

Job description

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

Work setting

• Packaging company

Tasks

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Supervise other workers
• Set up and adjust processing and packaging machines
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Check products and packaging for defects and to ensure conformance to company standards and perform corrective machine adjustments as required
• Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood

Equipment and machinery experience

• Conveyor

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Work Term

Permanent

Work Language

English

Hours

30 to 35 hours per week