Production Operator Jobs

Production Operator, Cobourg, ON

$1500.00 CAD sign-on bonus offered

If you have experience as an Operator in the gas, oil, or chemical industry, or if you have DCS, SCADA, Computer Controlled Process, or HMI experience, this is the career for you!

At Arclin, you will have steady income and go home feeling fulfilled every day! All while becoming a valued employee for a family-oriented company that truly cares about your success! Worried about leaving your accrued PTO? Don’t! Arclin will provide 2 weeks of paid vacation from day 1 along with two (2) floating holidays. Grow your career and expand your future in an incredibly stable and growing company with no fear of layoffs!

This position’s pay range is $20.50 - $30.50 per hour!! 12-hour shifts (Days/Nights continental rotation).

****Automatic raise to $21.53 after 3 months****

What You’ll Do

• Assists with larger production area cleaning tasks
• Maintains general housekeeping of production areas
• Responds to process alarms and interlocks promptly and coordinates timely confirmation and corrective actions to resolve conditions generating the alarms and interlocks
• Communicates and confers with the Production Lead, as well as with Technical, Supervisory, and Support Personnel to resolve process conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality
• Verifies basic product label information, such as dimensions, sheet counts, etc.
• Operate the production lines, using centerline process information to maintain each product specification
• Visually monitors processes within their area of accountability and immediately informs the Production Lead of any deviations or abnormalities
• Inspects and packages final product, according to established procedures, standards and HSE regulations
• Follows all site rules and procedures as they apply to quality, health, safety, and the environment
• Operate a forklift safely to move large pallets (empty & with product) throughout facility
• Works in close coordination with the Production Lead to accomplish the tasks needed to safely and efficiently meet production schedules across all processes
• Performs troubleshooting in the event of process deviations
• Operate a clamp truck safely to move large paper rolls from warehouse to production area
• Assists production line operators with pallet changes, clean ups and start ups
• Complete and report quality testing accurately
• Reports all safety concerns immediately to Production Lead, HSE Lead or site Leadership team

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Help to meet and exceed production, waste, and quality goals
• Learn how to drive Tractor/Tanker unit
• Participates in the Joint Health and Safety Committee to facilitate safety improvements
• Become Forklift Certified
• Collaborate with management to meet the production and shipping schedule

To Be Successful, You Will Need

• Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Be able to accurately read and use a tape measure
• Previous manufacturing experience a plus
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend throughout a 12-hour shift
• Must be ok with rotating 12-hour shifts (Days/Nights continental rotation)
• Basic computer skills required
• Forklift experience a plus; would need to become recertified on site
• Good attention to detail required
• Basic math skills required, including the basic use of a calculator
• Must be ok with following strict Health and Safety Guidelines and wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Analytical and mechanical mindset an asset
• High School Diploma or GED required

Who We Are Looking For

We are currently seeking talent for a Production Operator job for our Cobourg, ON location. Reporting into the Production Lead, this position is a full-time role that will start in an entry position in our packaging department, but has multiple opportunities to cross-train in other production roles and rapidly advance in pay with our skill-based pay structure. Operators are responsible for performing tasks and duties pertaining to the manufacturing and processing of impregnated surfaces at the site. This role is required to know and perform all assigned production department functions in compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) regulations and Arclin’s policies and procedures to contribute positively to an efficient and safely run operation.

Who We Are

At Arclin, satisfying the changing needs of our customers is at the center of everything we do. To accomplish this goal, we work to improve our customers’ products and processes by providing innovative, value-added bonding and surfacing solutions for the engineered materials markets, and agricultural and natural resources applications that address market demands for greater product yield and reduced environmental impact. In our firm commitment to this mission, we apply the highest standards for performance to these three principles: Trust, Value, and Innovation. Visit our website for more information on our Mission & Values.

Simply put, our people matter. Throughout our company, we encourage and value creativity and diversity as the way to do business. And for a very good reason — the quality and effectiveness of our products start with the quality people who make them: our experienced professionals who understand our customers’ needs and processes.

Together, our team of more than 600 employees across 12 locations applies its talents and the latest technologies to developing thousands of advanced applications that drive customer success.

What Do We Offer

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. Arclin’s employee benefits program offers competitive financial, medical and personal services. Our comprehensive package includes a broad array of plans, allowing employees to select benefits that best meet their needs and those of their families.

Major Benefits Available To Full-time Employees Include

• Employee Incentive Program (EIP) – At Arclin, success is never the result of just a single input, but a culmination of our entire team working hand-in-hand to provide value to our customers. As such, the fruits of our success are shared with every full-time employee via our Employee Incentive Program. Awards are paid mid-February of every year, and are dependent on company EBITDA performance
• Wellness Programs
• Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible, Paid Vacation, Company Paid Holidays, and two (2) floating holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Community Involvement Activities
• Company match of .70c per dollar, up to 6%-, and 5-year vesting program available after 90 days of employment
• Retirement Savings Plan – 401(k): traditional & Roth
• Parental Leave
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: medical, dental, orthodontia (for dependents only)
• Please note: The above statements are designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.**
• Spousal & Dependent coverage available for purchase