Setup Technician L1

Novolex; Brampton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex, a leading packaging manufacturer in Canada, is seeking a thermoforming technician to assist with machine setups and tooling on thermoforming equipment. The role involves supporting continuous improvement, preparing production tools, and performing troubleshooting to ensure quality standards are met.

The position requires mechanical aptitude, basic training in mechanical technology, and English communication.

Qualifications

• Technical school course in mechanical technology or equivalent
• 1–2 years of work experience in thermoforming/plastics processing
• Ability to read measuring instruments and perform basic mechanical tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Assist higher level technicians with machine and tool setups on thermoforming equipment
• Support continuous improvement projects
• Prepare tools for production when required
• Perform process troubleshooting of thermoforming machines and related systems
• Support sample making activities
• Ensure product qualification per prescribed quality standards
• Follow lockout/tag out procedures
• Maintain 5S in own area and around work units
• Comply with GMP safety and quality policies

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

English communication

Education

Technical/mechanical training

Tools

Vernier caliper

Micrometer

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Have you worked with Worked with GE-Fanuc, Allen Bradley, and Seimens equipment?? Do you have basic knowledge of problem solving, and technical mechanical skills??? We are looking for you!!!

Compensation:

• Pay Range is $24.00 an hour- paid weekly
• 12 Hour Bi-Monthly Rotating Shift (8:00am-8:15pm/8:15pm-8:00am)

Principal Job Duties

• Assist higher level set up technicians in performing machine and tool setups on thermoforming machines and associated equipment.
• Support continuous improvement projects.
• Prepare tools for production when required.
• Perform process troubleshooting of the thermoforming machines and all related systems.
• Support sample making activities.
• Perform product qualification process to ensure conformance with prescribed quality standards.
• Diligently follow lockout / tag out procedures.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and 5S in own work area and around work units.
• Perform all work in a safe manner and fully comply with the Safety and Quality (GMP) policies and procedures of the Company.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Management.

Job Requirements

• Good understanding of mechanical and control functions of machines
• Technical school course (Mechanical technology) / Junior Millwright or 1-2 years of work experience in thermoforming / plastics processing
• Basic mechanical aptitude is required.
• Lift and move product / parts / boxes when required.
• Able to use different measuring instruments like Vernier Caliper and Micrometer
• Knowledge of plastic molds preferred (handling and maintenance)
• Able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Able to work in a 12-hour continental shift with bi-monthly rotation.

Company Benefits

What You’ll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen