machine operator - plastics processing

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Plastics processing industry

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment
• Monitor and inspect quality of material produced
• Pack items for shipping and distribution
• Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die
• Set up and operate one or more moulding machines to mould plastic products
• Prepare and change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Feed and unload production machinery and equipment

Type of materials

• Plastic

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

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

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Pension plan