Team Member (Machine Operator) - Newmarket (NMK).

Job Description

Job Description:

This position follows a rotating 12 hour work schedule. It will require the ability to work 2 days and 2 nights then 4 days off.

Pay:

• Starting pay based on experience: $26 per hour
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards:

• Medical, vision & dental- Starts day one!
• 160 Hrs. of Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

There are four types of Team Members:

• Process Team Member--makes the candy
• Support Team Member-- makes the chocolate (mixing the ingredients) or either ships the candy (shipping and receiving)
• Packing Team Member--packs the candy

Team Members are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. They function as a member of a manufacturing area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. They operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. The Team Members must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within a manufacturing line or area
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
• Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM)
• Performs quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc
• High degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard QC & other quality related duties
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks (QC, production numbers or waste performance
• Keeps detailed log books: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter

Minimum Requirements:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 1 year work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
• Must be willing and able to work varying/rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to troubleshoot & resolve issues
• Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language
• Good listening and organizing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, taking initiative with team along with other team members to train, motivate and solve problems
• Successful completion of a background check

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of inventory control principles
• Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification

• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system
• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems (LSS, PSL, MIS, SQCIS, etc.)
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 23.85 - CAD 31.30. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.