plastic-film extrusion machine operator

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment
• Weigh resins, colorants and other chemicals according to formulae
• Monitor and inspect quality of material produced
• Place weighed materials in mixing machines
• Unload mixture into container or conveyor for further processing
• Set up and operate calender machines to transform plastic bales or slabs into continuous sheets or films of specified thickness
• Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die
• Change dies on extruding machines according to production line change
• Prepare and change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change

Transportation / travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Handling heavy loads
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Initiative
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Ability to multitask

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift
• Flexible hours

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Other benefits