plastic bag machine operator

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment
• Weigh resins, colorants and other chemicals according to formulae
• Monitor and inspect quality of material produced
• Supervisory Experience
• Unload mixture into container or conveyor for further processing
• Pack items for shipping and distribution
• Adjust calender rollers for production line change
• 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
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Start up or shut down process equipment
• Report delays, mechanical problems and accidents

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Forklift Operator Certification

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site recreation and activities
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available