Machine Operator

Our Client is a print and packaging manufacturer, who has been in the industry for over 30 years. Their Facility is located in the GTA.

We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator, who is a team player, strong communicator, is engaging, and will deliver results for our customers. This role will manage the efficient set up and operation of a 10 color flex press.

Successful candidates will have:

Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the operation of stand-up pouch making equipment. The Pouch Machine Operator is responsible for producing pouches within standard production efficiencies while verifying they meet customer specifications.
Machine Operators will have overall responsibility for the machine operation from set-up and manufacturing to maintenance and quality control/food packaging safety functions.
Perform required maintenance and daily housekeeping on the press and surrounding area.
Work closely with teams/departments to create an environment that supports workflow and continuous improvements of all pressroom operations.
Prepare and maintain appropriate documentation for pressroom operations.
Work safely, abide by and promote established safety policies and procedures. Identify and follow-up on unsafe conditions.

Job Ref.	011
Location	Toronto
Category	Manufaturing
Job Type	Direct Hire
Pay Rates	Based on experience
Available Shifts	Afternoons

Tasks & Responsibilities

Skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have the ability to think through the mechanical aspects of press operations, problem solving and decision making.
Set up and operate the pouch maker within acceptable production, waste, quality, and food packaging safety standards.
Visually inspect pouches to insure customer quality standards, and requirements are met.
Perform quality testing using various lab equipment and documenting results.
Assist in sorting and packing finished pouches in boxes.
Complete production paperwork, and data entry on PC in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment according to 5s principals.
Troubleshoot equipment and product quality issues
Follow all GMP and department safety rules.
Other tasks and duties as assigned. Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship building skills to effectively work with a diverse group/variety of people and personalities.
Able to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization.
Must have basic math, reading, writing skills, and have the ability to tactfully communicate to customers and employees of all levels of the company.
Have the ability to recall and set bag recipes from the equipment's computer systems for each set up.
Starts and Monitors machine continually at all points.

Required Education

Education, Experience and Credentials

High School degree or equivalent and/or two or more years in central impression flexographic printing; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Must be able to participate in a varied shifts including afternoons.