Ready for your next career move? Randstad is looking for a Production Operator to join a high-tech plastic processing and extrusion team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value quality work, we want to hear from you. If you have previous experience working as a plastics extruder, are good with continental rotating shifts, and have forklift experience read on for more details.
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Advantages
• Competitive starting rate of $26.46/hr during the initial three-month trainee period.
• Comprehensive benefits program upon successful completion of probation (Health, Dental, Life Insurance).
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Enrollment options into a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Generous vacation allowance of 3 weeks per annum.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the manufacturing & logistics industry.
• Consistent schedule with a 2-week day/night rotation for predictable work-life planning.
Responsibilities
• Responsible for all aspects of the operation of assigned process(es) including start-up, shutdown, and product changeovers as a Production Operator.
• Troubleshoot process problems and ensure all production quality requirements are met for the manufacturing & logistics department.
• Operate complex process units including twin screw compounding extruders, compaction, and pulverizing equipment.
• Manage auxiliaries such as solids transferring, feeding, and mixing equipment to maintain flow in the manufacturing & logistics chain.
• Follow established procedures and safety rules to facilitate efficient production cycles.
• Facilitate process development for new and existing products, from feasibility testing to automation, collaborating with engineering teams.
• Operate plastic processing equipment including extruders, grinders, packaging lines, and mixers.
• Drive a forklift safely throughout the 12-hour shift to move materials across the facility.
• Perform quality testing in the laboratory on various samples from plastics processing equipment.
• Conduct tests on raw and finished materials and report findings to the supervisor.
• Take immediate action to segregate production that fails to meet specifications.
• Perform general labor and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe manufacturing & logistics environment.
Qualifications
• Must possess a Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within a process-driven industry.
• Previous experience in plastics production using twin screw extruders is highly favorable.
• Forklift certification or significant experience driving a forklift is required for this manufacturing & logistics role.
• Experience in setting up and starting up sophisticated industrial equipment.
• Ability to work 12-hour (Continental) rotating shifts, including nightshifts, supporting a 24/7/365 operation.
• Physical ability to stack 55-pound bags on pallets at a rate of up to 80 per hour.
• Comfort working in hot and occasionally dusty environments (requires a clean-shaven face for respirator fit).
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all manufacturing & logistics protocols.
Summary
At Randstad, we are your partner for talent, helping you build a successful career that offers professional fulfillment and growth. Our expert recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for your skills and ambitions. If you are ready to excel as a Production Operator in Brantford, apply today on our website or connect directly with one of our specialized recruiters!
If this specific role isn't the perfect match, reach out to us to explore other rewarding career opportunities tailored to your expertise.
How to apply?
To apply for this position apply directly to this job posting, we will connect if you are a fit!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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Ready for your next career move? Randstad is looking for a Production Operator to join a high-tech plastic processing and extrusion team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value quality work, we want to hear from you. If you have previous experience working as a plastics extruder, are good with continental rotating shifts, and have forklift experience read on for more details.
Advantages
• Competitive starting rate of $26.46/hr during the initial three-month trainee period.
• Comprehensive benefits program upon successful completion of probation (Health, Dental, Life Insurance).
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Enrollment options into a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Generous vacation allowance of 3 weeks per annum.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the manufacturing & logistics industry.
• Consistent schedule with a 2-week day/night rotation for predictable work-life planning.
Responsibilities
• Responsible for all aspects of the operation of assigned process(es) including start-up, shutdown, and product changeovers as a Production Operator.
...
• Troubleshoot process problems and ensure all production quality requirements are met for the manufacturing & logistics department.
• Operate complex process units including twin screw compounding extruders, compaction, and pulverizing equipment.
• Manage auxiliaries such as solids transferring, feeding, and mixing equipment to maintain flow in the manufacturing & logistics chain.
• Follow established procedures and safety rules to facilitate efficient production cycles.
• Facilitate process development for new and existing products, from feasibility testing to automation, collaborating with engineering teams.
• Operate plastic processing equipment including extruders, grinders, packaging lines, and mixers.
• Drive a forklift safely throughout the 12-hour shift to move materials across the facility.
• Perform quality testing in the laboratory on various samples from plastics processing equipment.
• Conduct tests on raw and finished materials and report findings to the supervisor.
• Take immediate action to segregate production that fails to meet specifications.
• Perform general labor and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe manufacturing & logistics environment.
Qualifications
• Must possess a Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within a process-driven industry.
• Previous experience in plastics production using twin screw extruders is highly favorable.
• Forklift certification or significant experience driving a forklift is required for this manufacturing & logistics role.
• Experience in setting up and starting up sophisticated industrial equipment.
• Ability to work 12-hour (Continental) rotating shifts, including nightshifts, supporting a 24/7/365 operation.
• Physical ability to stack 55-pound bags on pallets at a rate of up to 80 per hour.
• Comfort working in hot and occasionally dusty environments (requires a clean-shaven face for respirator fit).
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all manufacturing & logistics protocols.
Summary
At Randstad, we are your partner for talent, helping you build a successful career that offers professional fulfillment and growth. Our expert recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for your skills and ambitions. If you are ready to excel as a Production Operator in Brantford, apply today on our website or connect directly with one of our specialized recruiters!
If this specific role isn't the perfect match, reach out to us to explore other rewarding career opportunities tailored to your expertise.
How to apply?
To apply for this position apply directly to this job posting, we will connect if you are a fit!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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