Production Operator, Packaging - Evening

Jobtailor; Baie-D'Urfé; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time benefits

Job summary

Jobtailor in Montreal, Canada is seeking a packaging operator to operate and maintain packaging equipment across multiple lines in a pharmaceutical/food/chemical manufacturing setting. You will ensure efficient, safe packing while upholding strict quality standards and hygiene practices.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and familiarity with MES. You will collaborate with Warehouse, QA, and Safety teams and participate in continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, food, or chemical manufacturing environments.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with MES.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain packaging equipment.
• Ensure products are packed efficiently, safely, and according to quality standards.
• Work safely at all times and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain workstation and equipment cleanliness, organization, and order.
• Operate multiple production lines, either manual or automated.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Complete and maintain accurate task-related documentation.
• Use a computerized production management system (MES, such as POMS).
• Participate in manual cleaning of the workstation and feed lines to prevent cross-contamination.
• Notify supervision of deviations and unusual situations.
• Adhere to hygiene standards to prevent microbiological contamination.
• Ensure production quality and supervise/support line staff.
• Record production times and meet standard timelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of workstation and processes.
• Collaborate with support departments (Warehouse, QA, Validation, Safety, etc.).
• Support the cleaning of equipment and accessories in washroom/cleaning area.

Skills

Packaging Equipment Operation

Production Line Operation

Safety Protocol Adherence

Quality Assurance in Manufacturing

Cross-Contamination Prevention

Continuous Improvement

Standard Operating Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

Packaging Equipment Maintenance

Basic Electronics Knowledge

Basic Mechanics Knowledge

Job description

• Operate and maintain packaging equipment
• Ensure products are packed efficiently, safely, and according to quality standards
• Work safely at all times and follow safety protocols
• Maintain workstation and equipment cleanliness, organization, and order
• Operate multiple production lines, either manual or automated
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions
• Complete and maintain accurate task‑related documentation
• Use a computerized production management system (MES, such as POMS)
• Participate in manual cleaning of the workstation and feed lines to prevent cross‑contamination
• Notify the supervisor of any unusual situations or deviations from procedures
• Adhere to hygiene standards to prevent microbiological contamination
• Ensure production quality and supervise/support line support personnel
• Record production times and meet standard timelines
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the workstation and processes
• Collaborate with support departments (Warehouse, QA, Validation, Safety, etc.)
• Support the cleaning of equipment and accessories in the washroom/cleaning area

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Basic knowledge of electronics and/or mechanics is an asset
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in pharmaceutical, food, or chemical manufacturing environments
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with production systems (MES)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining packaging equipment while adhering to safety and hygiene standards. Proficient in using computerized production management systems and ensuring product quality in manufacturing environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Packaging Equipment Operation
• Production Management System (MES)
• Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
• Safety Protocol Adherence
• Continuous Improvement Practices

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Packaging Equipment Maintenance
• Basic Electronics Knowledge
• Basic Mechanics Knowledge
• Task-Related Documentation
• Production Line Operation
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Cross-Contamination Prevention
• Production Time Recording
• Workstation Organization
• Hygiene Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

• Collaboration with Support Departments
• Communication with Supervisors

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma

Industry Keywords

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Food Manufacturing
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Quality Standards
• Safety Standards

Tools & Technologies

• Computerized Production Management System
• Manufacturing Execution System (MES)