Equipment Operator - Packaging, $20.50+/hr Job at Arterra Wines Canada

Arterra Wines Canada Kitchener, ON

Job Description:
The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of filler head and nearby equipment required to package liquid bladders. The operator ensures all equipment is operating correctly and efficiently. The operator also controls the mixing and flow of product through the packaging system as well as equipment cleanliness and sanitation throughout the day. The operator is responsible for the safe setup and operation of the automated palletizer as well as the automated pallet wrapping equipment.
Key Responsilities:
  • Plans daily activities to deliver finished wine blends in accordance with the daily production schedule.
  • Assures proper blend tank hookups when packaging product.
  • Works in cooperation with maintenance personnel to find and fix equipment issues
  • Ensures that product quality parameters are met at all times in the filling processes by verifying weight measurements as well as other QC checks as directed.
  • Communicates with the Production Manager on potential filling constraints to assist in organizing the short-term packaging schedule.
  • Uses inventory principle (FIFO) for proper raw material rotation.
  • In cooperation with the Production Manager identifies, develops and implements systems to improve inventory control in raw materials.
  • Assures compliance with all departmental sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Applies knowledge and skills to resolve filling quality issues.
  • Participates in inventory physical counts.
  • Any other tasks that may be assigned.
Working Conditions:
  • Manages daily workload and prioritizes work to be done according to specific deadlines and production schedule.
  • Communicates with Kitchener Operations employees and QA/maintenance staff.
  • Substantial attention to detail in all aspects of duties.
  • Trouble shoots and solves problems as they arise in an efficient and communicative way
  • Noisy, physically demanding, repetitive lifting up to 60 pounds
  • 4 x 10hr shifts, Monday-Thursday
What you bring:
  • Efficiency and effectiveness
  • Administrative accuracy
  • Yield measurements
  • Communications with other employees
  • Meet plans and objectives
  • Decision making and problem solving
  • Experienced forklift operator
  • Education: Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent
  • This position may require physical effort which entails lifting & moving up to and including 60 lbs
What we offer:
  • Benefits and Pension Plan
  • Product Allowances & Safe Ride Home Program
  • An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training & Development Programs
  • An opportunity to learn about the world of wine
We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.



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