Machine Operator

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating all packaging equipment to ensure the production of high-quality products. The role requires flexibility to rotate within packaging departments and provide line relief, with potential deployment to other departments based on production needs. The Machine Operator must ensure that all SAP (Enterprise Resource Planning software system) and IQS quality inspections meet customer, legal, and internal requirements.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

ON Stoney Creek

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Machine Operator

Job Description:

Schedule: rotating 8 hours, Mon-Fri, occassional weekends and OT

Work Location: 944 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating all packaging equipment to ensure the production of high-quality products. The role requires flexibility to rotate within packaging departments and provide line relief, with potential deployment to other departments based on production needs. The Machine Operator must ensure that all SAP (Enterprise Resource Planning software system) and IQS quality inspections meet customer, legal, and internal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate all packaging equipment to produce quality products.
• Rotation within the packaging departments may be required.  Team members will be expected to participate in line relief and may be deployed to other departments depending on production requirements.
• Ensure that required SAP(Enterprise Resource Planning software system)  and IQS quality inspections conform to customer, legal and internal requirements.
• Change over packaging equipment, troubleshoot problems and adjust accordingly. 
• Maintain accurate production documentation and SAP reporting.  Be able to use these tools for adjustments and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Understand and comply with all ED Smith (EDS) Safety policies and regulations.  Be proactive in Health & Safety initiatives.
• Understand and comply with HACCP, Sanitation, and GMP policies and procedures.  Be proactive in improvement initiatives.
• Maintain your work area in a safe and organized manner.  Be proactive in initiatives to improve EDS manufacturing appearance.
• Maximize production efficiency through fine-tuning of equipment and procedures.
• Must be able to work shifts and overtime.

Skills

Ability to multitask, handle change and convey thoughts clearly both orally and written, dependable, show initiative, and able to work and cooperate effectively in a team environment. Sound understanding of team dynamics, computer skills are an asset.

Perks

• safety boot and Rx safety glass allowance
• extended health benefits
• dental benefits
• vision & travel benefits
• RRSP matching
• life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• healthcare online
• on-site parking
• discounted products
• on-site restaurant
• laundered uniform
• company and employee events
• discounted or free food
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Winland Foods Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. We accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at 365-675-2562 should you require assistance. 

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.