Machine Operator - Level 1 (Afternoon Shift)

As a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements and other health-building products, we are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers - through research, development and delivery of effective nutritional products. It is our mission to contribute to the lives of our customers, employees, suppliers and the communities we serve, in a cooperative and sustainable manner.

Do you enjoy taking things apart and putting them back together again? Want to learn how your skills can help improve people's health while respecting the resources of our planet? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Machine Operator! In this role you will be ensuring the successful set up, operation and cleaning of our high performing machines that manufacture our product. If this kind of work sounds interesting, we would love to hear from you.

We are a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our customers.

This position pays: $21.50 - $24.50/hour 

A Day in The Life of A Machine Operator:

• You will work a set shift of Monday to Friday 2:15pm - 10:15pm  
• Responsible for conducting pre-operational checks on equipment
• Monitor the machine during operation and perform in-process checks, making adjustments as necessary
• Perform troubleshooting tasks during production
• Competently operate machinery, such as a blending machine, power sieve, fitzmill, tableting machine, encapsulation machine, and walkie stacker, individually as well as within a team environment
• Clean and setup press machines, accessories, and rooms
• Perform general maintenance of machinery, including care of machine parts and tooling

What We're Looking for From You:

• Mechanical experience, safely operating and setting up machines while using a diverse selection of hand tools
• The ability to demonstrate safely working in a physically demanding environment where lifting up to 50lbs is a common occurrence
• A cooperative, positive and willing attitude, all while keeping good communication and behavior with co-workers and management
• A keen focus on the little things and an understanding of the importance of attention to detail. You understand that no one thing can be overlooked, especially sacrificing quality.
• The ability to work well on your own or co-operatively with others, based on the needs of the business.

What You Should Know About Us:

• We provide a fast-paced physically demanding work environment where you can challenge yourself
• We are a company that cares about its staff and has a meaningful mission to improve the lives and well-being of its customers
• You will be part of a company where you can grow and advance your career
• We are a company dedicated to continuous improvement, employing great people who have the ability to influence and lead change 
• We are a facility where safety and cleanliness are highly regarded, and a regulated environment working to procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Our Team's Favorite Perks and Benefits:

• A competitive total compensation package
• Best in class benefits because we care about your health and wellness!
  • Physical Health
    • Outstanding medical, dental, vision plans
    • Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Financial Health
    • RRSP contributions from the Company
    • Financial planning and education sessions
    • Discount on company products
    • Safety footwear allowance
    • Shift differentials for afternoon and night shift positions
  • Emotional Health
    • Wellness days – 10 days per year to use for personal days, mental health days, or sick days
    • Vacation days - 10 days per year
    • 10 paid holidays per year
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Employee appreciation events and lunches

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!

All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.

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