Production Operator

DIABSOLUT INC.; London; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Vacation & wellness days

Training & development

Social events

Job summary

Medicom in Ontario, Canada, seeks a Production Operator to support nitrile glove manufacturing. You will help operate, monitor, and optimize production across mixing, handling, and automated equipment, ensuring safety and quality.

The role offers cross-training, joining a dynamic team, with rotating continental 12-hour shifts and opportunities for development. Starting hourly rate is $27.81 CAD, with an extra $1 per hour for night shifts where applicable.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Minimum 3 years in nitrile glove or similar manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years experience with automated dipping line machinery, PLC controls, and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment and processes.
• Prepare, handle, and process raw materials per procedures.
• Record production, process, and quality data accurately.
• Troubleshoot equipment or process issues to minimize downtime.
• Support material movement and inventory activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to support improvements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and actions.

Skills

English fluency

Glove manufacturing

Automated dipping line

PLC controls

Safety procedures

Tools

PLC controls

SCADA

MS Office

Job description

Do you think you have what it takes to work in an organization where creativity, ambition and initiative are valued, and where integrity drives everything we do?

Medicom has been in business for over 35 years and has retained its entrepreneurial spirit. By working with us, you will have the opportunity to get involved, make a real impact and contribute to the continued growth of the company. We live our values every day by focusing on customer satisfaction while promoting teamwork, accountability and empathy.

Our team loves challenges and a fast-paced environment. You will have the flexibility to manage work and a personal life, as well as your own personal well-being. We offer an attractive compensation package with benefits.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Production Operator to join our nitrile glove manufacturing team.

The Production Operator is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing processes used in the production of nitrile examination gloves. Operators may work in various production areas, including chemical mixing, material handling, and automated production equipment operations. The role involves monitoring production processes, performing quality checks, maintaining accurate records, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards. Operators work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support continuous improvement and production objectives.

This posting is for a newly created position to support our continued growth.

What You Will Do

Production Operation & Control

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment and processes to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
  
• Prepare, handle, and process raw materials in accordance with established procedures and production requirements. Perform routine inspections and quality checks to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Record production, process, and quality data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or process issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Support material movement and inventory activities, including the operation of material handling equipment where required.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental requirements, and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support operational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in root cause investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the position and qualifications.
  

Successful candidates will initially be assigned to either the Mixing or Dipping area based on operational needs.

As part of our cross-training program, employees will progressively develop the knowledge and skills required to support both functions of the manufacturing process. May include other related duties as required, provided such duties are reasonable and consistent with the employee’s qualifications and role responsibilities.

What You Bring

• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Minimum 3 years in nitrile glove or similar manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years experience with automated dipping line machinery, PLC controls, and chemical handling.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and hazardous material handling.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and adjustments on production equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate issues clearly.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Ability/willingness to work rotating 12 hour continental shifts.

Assets

• Familiarity with PLC controls, SCADA interfaces, and MS Office (Excel for data analysis) or other automated production monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of medical manufacturing quality standards or similar regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO 13485).
• Experience operating forklifts or other industrial material handling equipment.

What We Offer

Compensation

The starting hourly rate for this position is $27.81 per hour.

Additional night shift premium of $1/hr where applicable.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Comprehensive benefits package, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine services.
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start plus 6 paid wellness days and 3 paid sick days per calendar year
• Opportunities for training, coaching, and professional development.
• A dynamic and friendly work environment, with an active social committee organizing events such as sports activities, BBQs, and family gatherings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Medicom is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic or national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), disability or marital or family status. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage Indigenous persons, persons of color, LGBTQ+ and gender-nonconforming persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of any other marginalized group.

Medicom is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We will make reasonable efforts to provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know when you are invited to participate in the selection process.

Medicom may use artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as candidate sourcing, screening, and interview scheduling. These tools are used to assist our recruiters and do not make final hiring decisions.