Extrusion Machine Operator

**Summary**:Coordinate work activities for the film line and ensure the efficient and safe manufacture of quality products.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Review new production orders and report immediately any issues that will impede production or quality.
- Assign duties to employees in line with their capabilities.
- Ensure all employees have the necessary training, equipment, parts and materials to perform their duties.
- Keep the Production Supervisor up to date with all changes including work in progress.
- Fill, check, complete and close all finished batches according to schedule and open new ones.
- Review schedule for the following shift and set up the lines and prepare supplies accordingly.
- Monitor raw material requirements for shift and report shortfall to appropriate individual.
- Conduct periodic checks of work in progress to ensure it is being completed on time and in accordance with quality requirements.
- Keep up to date and follow all safety regulations for supervisors. Ensure employees work in a safe manner and abide by all company policies and rules.
- Continuously develop and implement improved production methods to minimize labour hours and overtime and to maximize product quality.
- Report existing and potential work place issues to the Manager or HR & Services.
- Train employees and provide ongoing assistance.
- Troubleshoot production problems.
- Provide assistance to other operators as required.
- Prepare all reporting as required including scrap reports, batch blend, batch closing, machine work orders, and shift reports.
- Demonstrate leadership skills by following company policies and rules, working in a safe manner, while focusing on the production of quality products and encouraging a positive work environment.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, safety and other standards including BSCI.
- Understand and comply with all HACCP and GMP policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:
**Education**: Completion of secondary school is required. Diploma in plastics technology is a strong asset.

**Experience**: At least 2-3 years of experience in the blown extrusion industry or co-extrusion is required. Experienced in operating
three-layer/and or mono-layer blown film extrusion system.

**WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES**

Fast-paced environment, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Standing for extended periods, Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
- Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Language: English is required.Salary: $25.00-$30.00 hourly
36 - 48 Hours per week
Rotating continental 12-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM OR from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM. You will be working an average of 42 hours per week. Working days and days off will be determined on a rotational basis, with a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 4 shifts per week. Overtime and work on weekends may be required depending on the business needs.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Concord, ON L4K 5W1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- blow molding: 3 years (required)

Shift availability:

- Overnight Shift (required)

Work Location: In person