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General Labourer Machine Operator Jobs in Fort Erie, ON

Emterra Group

Afternoon Shift Supervisor

Niagara Falls, ON · On-site

$70K - $78K/yr

... general labourers, equipment (i.e., skid street, forklift, loader) operators and maintenance ... Experience in either forklift or heavy machine operation. Working Environment: * Plant environment.

Weed Man

Lawn Care Worker/Technician

Welland, ON

$19 - $22/hr

Weed Man is a family owned and locally operated business that offers great opportunities for ... A minimum of 6 months of customer service/general labour/or sales experience required * Positive ...

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What is the difference between General Labourer Machine Operator vs Construction Labourer?

AspectGeneral Labourer Machine OperatorConstruction Labourer
CredentialsBasic safety training, equipment operation certificationsBasic safety training, manual skills
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial settingsConstruction sites, outdoor environments
Employer & IndustryConstruction companies, industrial facilitiesConstruction companies, renovation projects
Job FocusOperating machinery, assisting with construction tasksManual labor, site cleanup, material handling

While both roles work on construction sites, the General Labourer Machine Operator primarily operates machinery and handles technical tasks, whereas the Construction Labourer focuses on manual labor and site support. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles that match their skills and certifications.

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Machine Operator - Nights

Saint Catharines, ON • On-site

Profile Products LLC
Environmental Consulting Services • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Profile Products LLCexternal

CA$18 - CA$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Start up and stage the production line, perform pre-run checks, and monitor the slurry-forming and bonding equipment during operation.

  • Inspect finished plugs for defects, clean machine components, and clear slurry buildup to ensure continuous production.

  • Report maintenance issues, track material usage, and support equipment cleaning and operator training activities.

Job description

Role Summary

Machine Operator running slurry-forming and bonding equipment at Quick Plug Canada's St. Catharines plant, producing bonded growing media plugs for horticulture. Responsible for line startup, continuous quality monitoring, and hands-on equipment upkeep, including clearing accumulated mud/dirt slurry from machine components.

Shift: Afternoon shift, 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM, Monday to Thursday (4-day work week). Optional overtime shifts available on Fridays.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • Start up and stage the production line to hit scheduled run time, including pre-run checks on PLCs and automated forming equipment
  • Feed and monitor the dirt/peat slurry and binder mixing process, watching for inconsistent bonding, incomplete cure, or off-spec plug density
  • Continuously inspect finished plugs for defects (weak bonding, mud clumping, size/shape deviation) and report to Leads
  • Clean and clear designated machine components per the posted cleaning schedule, including shoveling out mud and dirt slurry residue that builds up in feed hoppers, mixing chambers, and conveyor sections
  • Track packaging material usage and flag shortages to Supervisor before they stall the line
  • Report maintenance issues (mechanical wear, PLC faults, sensor errors) to Operating Leads immediately, not at end of shift
  • Follow GMP and Food Safety protocols on any shared lines, plus isocyanate-specific PPE and handling procedures (respirator, hazmat suit, gloves, safety glasses)
  • Maintain a defect/scrap rate at or below plant target through consistent slurry-mix and bonding-quality checks
  • Complete cross-training on at least one additional specialty machine and be able to run it without supervision
  • Contribute to reducing unplanned downtime tied to slurry buildup/clogging by following (and suggesting improvements to) the cleaning schedule
  • Support onboarding of new operators on assigned machines, including hands-on training on proper cleaning/mud-clearing technique to prevent equipment jams
Required Experience
  • 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, ideally with continuous-process or batch-mixing equipment
  • Hands-on comfort with manual, physically demanding labor: standing, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs, shoveling/clearing material buildup
  • Basic computer literacy sufficient for PLC interfaces and digital production logs
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
  • Fluent spoken/written English sufficient for safety instructions and shift handoffs
Preferred Experience
  • Direct experience with PLCs and automated/robotic production equipment
  • Mechanical aptitude and machine setup/changeover experience
  • Exposure to slurry, binder, resin, or chemical-mix processes (isocyanate, polyurethane, or similar) — understands why containment and PPE compliance matter, not just that it's required
  • Valid forklift license
  • Prior experience training or leading other operators on a specialty machine
Work Environment
  • On-site only, St. Catharines, Ontario plant — not remote-eligible
  • Manufacturing floor environment: moderate-to-high noise, temperature swings, airborne dust/organic particulate
  • Required PPE: respirator, hazmat suit, safety glasses, gloves
  • Physically demanding: standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting to 50 lbs, and manual clearing of mud/slurry buildup
  • Overtime required as production schedules demand
Benefits of Joining the Team
  • RRSP Employer Match Program
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • PPE Reimbursement Program