Machine Operator

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator for at our Metcalfe facility. The candidate must be available to work in both rotating dayshift/nightshift or weekend, when required.

Our Metcalfe plant is in southern Ottawa, at 6860 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K0A 2P0.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates Rekers machine (dry side) and ensure its good functioning
• Operate the strapping and wrapping machines and ensure its good functioning
• Operate all the equipment related to the machine
• Follow quality manual. Complete quality and production reports. Look after the curing of the products to ensure good curing of products
• Perform set-up changes
• Perform operations and necessary adjustments for machine start up
• Programs equipment in accordance with the product requested. Make and save product recipes to optimize product change over
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment
• Participate in maintenance work
• Participate in machine clean-up. Clean up tasks as required, like cleaning Press / Mixer
• Participate in the Rekers department housekeeping. Keep his work area and toolbox clean
• Communicate to competent people any abnormalities or faulty situations regarding the product, quality, machine, equipment, workplace or other
• Work as a team
• Wear safety personal protective equipment as required for this position and work safely

Job Requirements

• High school diploma
• Wielding, mechanic, hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge will be an asset
• At least 2 years’ experience in the manufacturing industry operating equipment
• Team work oriented, Mechanical aptitude, initiative; responsible, able to react, be precise
• Shall pass the mechanical aptitude test to validate mechanical aptitude

Compensation

• An hourly rate of $29.59
• Employee life insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, dental and vision care plan paid by the Company
• Vacation time
• Retirement saving plan
• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Significant discounts for company products
• Opportunity to build a career and progress in the company

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.