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Machine Operator - Milton

Milton, ON · On-site

We are currently looking for a Full Time Machine Operator at our newly equipped Milton plant. The candidate must be available to work in both rotating dayshift/nightshift or weekend , when required.

3PL Inc.

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Machine Operator / Plant Helper - $20.50/hr - Afternoon Shift

Hagersville, ON · On-site

CA$20.50/hr

Machine Operator / Plant Helper Hagersville, ON $20.50 per hour Monday - Friday | 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM Schedule will change with production must be able to work both shifts including Saturday's 3PL ...

ABL Employment

Crucible Press Operator

Acton, ON

This is a small plant that is looking for somebody long term that they can hire on. After hire and ... machine, creating clay cups - will be trained. - Loading clay cups into brick carts to then be put ...

Burrows Paper

Slitter operator (17582)

Brampton, ON · On-site

Slitter Operator - Position available in Extrusion Plant Principal Job Duties * Operate the slitter machine * Stage roll stock for splitting as per slitting schedule * Ensure rolls produced conform ...

TreeHouse Foods

Plant Manager

Georgetown, ON

CA$141K - CA$212K/yr

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating ... machines, and equipment. * Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plant-wide ...

TreeHouse Foods

Plant Manager

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$141K - CA$212K/yr

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating ... machines, and equipment. * Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plant-wide ...

Walker Industries

Operator

Burlington, ON · On-site

We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the ... machinery * Ability to work in a plant environment with frequent exposure to dust, fumes, heat, etc.

INNIO

Test Facilities Specialist

Welland, ON · On-site

CA$93K - CA$109K/yr

... Operating System, Test Cells overall performance and digital manufacturing initiatives for top ... Assists with plant-wide machine connectivity. * Accurately documents repairs from service requests ...

INNIO

Test Facilities Specialist

Welland, ON

CA$93K - CA$109K/yr

... Operating System, Test Cells overall performance and digital manufacturing initiatives for top ... Assists with plant-wide machine connectivity. * Accurately documents repairs from service requests ...

Innio

Test Facilities Specialist

Welland, ON · On-site

CA$93K - CA$109K/yr

... Operating System, Test Cells overall performance and digital manufacturing initiatives for top ... Assists with plant-wide machine connectivity. * Accurately documents repairs from service requests ...

VCNA

Aggregate Plant Supervisor - Aberfoyle

Puslinch, ON

CA$66K - CA$71K/yr

Develop and supervise plans for efficient use of raw materials, machines and employees. Develop ... Ability to interpret and apply technical documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant machine operator in Hamilton, ON is $18.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.26 and $19.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Machine Operator - Nights

Saint Catharines, ON • On-site

Profile Products LLC
Environmental Consulting Services • 201 - 500 employees
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CA$18 - CA$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 19 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