Thermoforming Process Operator

BroPak Inc; Brantford; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Vision care

Job summary

BroPak Inc. is seeking a Thermoforming Process Operator to safely manage finished product manufacturing in the Thermoforming Department, support mold set-ups, and assist process development for production equipment and downstream packaging.

You will troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance tasks, and monitor quality against GMP standards while coordinating with the shift team and reporting production metrics.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of high-speed manufacturing environments and troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow logical sequences to ensure efficiency and identify root causes.
• Proficient in basic quality inspections of products, materials, and processes.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training temps and packers.
• Coordinate and guide the production shift staff to complete tasks.
• Operate forklifts and other powered equipment as required.
• Respond to alarms and restart machines.
• Perform on-time quality checks against standards.
• Make process adjustments to maintain quality output.
• Document production reports and paperwork.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are in working order and report issues.
• Support mold/conversion changes and production flow to packaging.

Skills

High-speed manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Quality inspection

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Thermoforming Process Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently handling the manufacturing of finished product in the Thermoforming Department, ensuring that the desired level of quality is achieved for on-time delivery. The position is also a key role in supporting mold set‑ups and process development for production equipment and downstream packaging. The position requires full knowledge of Thermoforming and Extrusion machinery including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Thermoforming Process Operator is there to support the Company and must possess the knowledge and demonstrate skills required to perform the essential functions of the position, though other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible to assist in training of temps and packers
• Coordinates and provides guidance to the operating structure of the production shift, assigning temporary and full‑time staff as needed to complete operational tasks
• Operate forklift and other powered industrial vehicles as required such as transporting finished product, raw materials, and scrap materials
• Answers operating alarms and restarts machines
• Makes frequent on‑time quality checks on products being produced from established quality standards
• Makes process adjustments to the production lines to ensure quality output as required
• Documents daily production reports and completes all necessary paperwork that pertains to this position
• Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order and reports issues to the Plant Operations Manager
• Listens and positively reacts to concerns of the production products and participates in root cause corrections
• Supports conversions of molds and inserts when requested
• Responsible for assuring the flow of production to packaging, and to the customer according to packaging specifications
• Responsible for assuring raw material flow and feed to the production lines.
• Management of all waste production and recycling for the Thermoforming and Extrusion department
• Assists with preventive maintenance as required and troubleshooting of required mechanical repairs
• Active participation on Health and Safety program
• Must adhere to the Company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Ensures plant is maintained at a high standard of housekeeping
• Performs other duties for the benefit of the Company as required
• Promotes and ensures adherence to all Company Rules and Safety Laws where applicable

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge & familiaritywith a high-speed manufacturing environment an asset
• Processing: ability to follow a logical sequence of steps to ensure efficiency and determine root cause analysis
• Operation Monitoring: watching gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Troubleshooting: determine causes of operating errors and make decisions about next action step
• Mechanical; knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, and maintenance
• Quality Analysis: conduct inspections of products, materials and processes to evaluate quality or machine performance
• Reasoning: ability to perform basic mathematic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) without a calculator or other tool
• High School Diploma or equivalent,additional education &/or technical certification preferred
• Strong communication skills required, able to speak, read and legibly write in English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand 95% of the day
• Must be able to push/pull/lift (at least 40 LBS)
• Must be able to perform repetitive lifting, bending, and reaching over head
• Ability to hear conversation and warning alarms
• Ability to visually inspect small defects
• Ability to safely maneuver hauling equipment

BEHAVIOURS:

• Is highly safety conscious
• Possess a high degree of focus & attention to detail
• Strong ability to solve problems & look for improvements
• Ability to prioritize & adapt to changing priorities and fast pace
• Possess strong time management & organizational skills
• Is supportive and patient
• Accepts responsibility & is dependable
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Bropak Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities during our recruitment process and when hired.

Artificial intelligence (AI) technology may be used in our recruitment process to assist with resume screening. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team without AI involvement.

Day Shift: 7am-7pm
Night Shift: 7pm-7am
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday