Resin Plastics Operator - NGR Line

Ice River Sustainable Solutions; Feversham; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly wage

Wage increase after 3 months

12-hour continental rotating shifts

Company paid life insurance

Health and dental benefits

RRSP company match

On the job training

Uniforms provided

Safety shoe allowance

Clean and safe work environment

Team-oriented culture

Continuous skills development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions in Ontario, Canada is seeking an NGR Resin Plastics Machine Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain Next Generation Recycling equipment, transforming plastics into high-quality recycled feedstock.

You will ensure equipment runs efficiently, monitor temperatures and pressures, uphold quality standards, and follow safety procedures. The role involves rotating day and night shifts, on-the-job training, and a strong team culture with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plastics processing equipment or manufacturing lines.
• Basic understanding of recycling processes.
• Familiar with extrusion machinery and pelletizing systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor NGR resin plastics recycling machinery.
• Feed materials and monitor processing for quality.
• Track machine performance and production parameters.
• Maintain routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance.
• Complete production paperwork and quality checks.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow LOTO and health & safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and Maintenance to hit targets.

Skills

Plastics processing

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Quality focus

Tools

Extrusion machinery

Pelletizing systems

Industrial equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The NGR Resin Plastics Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining Next Generation Recycling (NGR) equipment used in the processing and recycling of plastic materials. NGR is an advanced plastics recycling technology that transforms post-industrial and post-consumer plastic into high-quality recycled raw materials that can be reused in food grade plastic in manufacturing.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring equipment operates efficiently, maintaining consistent product quality, identifying and troubleshooting operational issues, and following all health, safety, and quality procedures.

• Excellent Hourly Wage
• Wage Increase after 3 Months
• 12-hour Continental Rotating Shifts (Days and Nights)
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Health, and Dental Benefits
• RRSP Company Match
• On the Job Training
• Uniforms Provided
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Clean and Safe Work Environment
• Team-Oriented Culture
• Continuous Skills Development
• Employee Referral Program

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor NGR resin plastics recycling machinery and associated production equipment.
• Feed plastic materials into the recycling system and monitor the processing of materials through the recycling line.
• Monitor machine performance, operating temperatures, pressures, speeds, and other production parameters.
• Ensure recycled plastic material meets required quality specifications and production standards.
• Monitor material flow and identify contamination, inconsistencies, or product defects.
• Perform routine machine inspections, cleaning, and preventative maintenance.
• Identify equipment malfunctions, troubleshoot operational issues, and communicate concerns to Maintenance.
• Make machine adjustments as required to maintain production efficiency and product consistency.
• Monitor and maintain proper material handling and processing procedures.
• Complete production paperwork, quality checks, and equipment operating logs accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company policies, PPE requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience operating plastics processing, extrusion, recycling, or manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Understanding of plastic materials and recycling processes is an asset.
• Experience with extrusion machinery, pelletizing systems, or industrial production equipment is beneficial.
• Precious forklift experience would be an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on product quality and production efficiency.
• Ability to follow operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete production documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and handle materials as required.
• Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Pay Rate: $25.50/hr to start