Printing - Machine Operator (Nights 7pm - 7am) Starting At $20.97/hr +$2/hr Differential

Job Title: Machine Operator / Press Operator         Department: Printing Supervisor: Printing Supervisor Shift: Continental Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) & Continental Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)   At Polytainers, we create packaging that helps protect the food products people enjoy every day. As a leading North American manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging, we combine innovation, operational excellence and strong customer partnerships to deliver quality products and contribute to a more sustainable future. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Across our teams and facilities, we work together with purpose, put our customers first, and continuously look for better ways to work. We create an environment where people are encouraged to share their ideas, empowered to take action and are supported in their growth. When you join Polytainers, you become part of a team that values accountability, collaboration and respect. Whatever your role—making our products, supporting our customers or improving how we work—your contribution matters. Together, we partner for success, win through teamwork and create packaging solutions for today and tomorrow.   POSITION SUMMARY:   Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator in the Printing Department is responsible for operating a printing press and packing / unpacking rigid plastic containers and lids. A fully qualified Press Operator will be skilled in the following key responsibilities areas however may only be required to perform one or more of the responsibilities at a given time.   POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:   Tear Down of Printing Presses: Perform job kit verification Line Clearance Replace plates Wash and prepare colour heads Run All Lid and Base Presses:                 •             Includes all six and eight colour presses                 •             Pack / Unpack boxes according to customer requirements                 •             Take trending tray samples                 •             Apply labels and stamp every box without pre-labeling                 •             Cover other machines for lunch and breaks Monitor Product Quality:                 •             Visually inspects product at the packing station                 •             Maintain trending tray Perform Product Control Duties: Update job cards Enter information on Daily Machine Scheduling and Attainment Board (White Board)   Adhere to Company Policies and Procedures                 •             Never compromise safety                 •             Treat fellow Team Members with honesty, respect and dignity                 •             Meet standards of conduct                 •             Adhere to 5S, HACCP and Health and Safety rules   SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:   Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset Physical Requirements: Must be able to work with constant exposure to moving machinery and noise. The physical requirements include movements of a repetitious and unchanging nature. Communication Skills: Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills Additional Education/Experience/Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others as part of a team   CORE COMPETENCIES:   Ability to give concentrated attention for long periods of time Uses sound judgment to make good decisions Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs This job requires the majority of the time to be spent on the air-conditioned shop floor exposed to a noisy environment.