Production Operator

Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

The Production Operator sets up, operates, and troubleshoots highly automated packaging line equipment in a fast-paced, GMP-compliant manufacturing facility. This role ensures products meet quality standards, supports smooth line operation alongside packagers, and maintains accurate production records while following strict health, safety, and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up packaging line equipment and perform efficient changeovers to support different products and formats.
• Start, operate, and stop machines safely to complete production runs and perform basic troubleshooting when issues arise.
• Monitor packaging lines continuously to ensure they run smoothly and efficiently, working closely with packagers and other team members.
• Conduct quality checks on weights, labels, packaging, and jams to ensure all products meet required specifications and standards.
• Use computers and scales to accurately enter and record data such as product weights and production metrics.
• Complete all required production, quality, and compliance paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform sanitation tasks as necessary to maintain a clean and safe production area in line with GMP standards.
• Enforce and follow Health and Safety protocols at all times, including proper use of PPE and safe machine operation.
• Apply a strong understanding of GMP protocols and ensure compliance on the production floor.
• Lead or support the operation of a production line, contributing to coordination of tasks and workflow as needed.
• Lift and move materials up to 30 lbs repeatedly as part of routine production and packaging activities.
• Assist with labelling, packing, and quality assurance activities to support overall production output and product integrity.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of machine operating experience on a packaging line.
• Proven experience with basic troubleshooting of production or packaging equipment.
• Strong English communication skills, including reading and writing, to follow instructions and complete documentation.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs repetitively and perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating and monitoring automated production or packaging lines.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and the ability to enforce GMP standards on the production floor.
• Comfort working in a very fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Experience leading or coordinating activities on a production line.
• Familiarity with quality control and quality assurance processes in a production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general machine operation and line operation in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
• Exposure to HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems for operating automated equipment.
• Experience in packaging, labelling, and packing processes.
• Experience with general labor tasks in a production facility.
• Forklift experience or comfort working around material handling equipment.
• Comfort using computers and scales to input and track production data.
• Knowledge of GMP-compliant environments and associated documentation practices.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long-term stability and growth with a large, established employer operating a modern, highly automated facility. Team members benefit from overtime pay after 40 hours, support for safety footwear through a reimbursement program after three months of service, and the chance to build their careers in a stable industry. The organization values safety, cleanliness, and professionalism, providing a structured environment where high performance and adherence to standards are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that operates under strict GMP standards. The environment is heavily automated, temperature-controlled, and very clean, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. The facility employs approximately 400–500 people, with about 100 employees per crew across four crews. This is a 24/7 operation with rotating continental day and night shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM). A typical rotation includes working Monday–Tuesday days, having Wednesday–Thursday off, then working Friday–Sunday nights, followed by a rotation back to days the following week with scheduled days off. Team members must comply with GMP requirements, including wearing appropriate PPE such as hairnets, beard nets, and coats. Safety shoes are required and form part of the standard dress code. The work involves standing for long periods, repetitive lifting of up to 30 lbs, and active participation in fast-paced production lines using automated equipment, HMIs, and computer-based data entry systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hamilton, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.12 - $28.12/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hamilton,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.