Blown Film Extrusion Operator

Our client, an established and credible Industrial manufacturing company, is currently looking for a Blown Film Extrusion Operator to join their Edmonton, AB team.

The Extrusion Operator will be responsible for the production of plastic rolls for the packaging industry, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

They will work collaboratively as part of a team to optimize production while upholding quality and safety standards. The primary role involves operating, monitoring, and tuning blown film extrusion machinery, including pre-production setup and changeovers.

What you do :

• Safely operate a three-layer and / or mono-layer blown film extrusion system.
• Make adjustments to extruder settings to maximize productivity.
• Perform order changes as required.
• Ensure product quality and adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Conduct continuous quality checks during production runs.
• Maintain a clean work environment to comply with food safety standards.
• Monitor machine performance and maintain output, quality, and waste targets.
• Perform multiple tasks autonomously within a manufacturing environment.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Who you are :

• Have a Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent, with proficiency in reading, writing, and basic math.
• Have five years of experience in blown extrusion or similar manufacturing environments (co-extrusion experience preferred).
• Have strong mechanical skills and basic computer knowledge.
• Attentive to detail, have organizational skills, and the ability to follow procedures.
• You are Resourceful, flexibile, and effective communicator.
• Have leadership qualities and willingness to assist others in safe work practices.
• Think Logically and have problem-solving abilities.
• Have a good knowledge of food safety standards (BRC and ISO knowledge preferred).
• Able to work shiftwork (12-hour shifts, days / nights).
• Able to lift 50 pounds and be physically fit to navigate stairs regularly.
• Have access to transportation or ability to travel to the workplace for various shift

What we offer : Salary : $50,000 - $70,000

Employer / Employee full company benefits Work with state of art equipments

If this sounds like you?

We encourage all interested applicants to apply by sending your resume with a covering letter outlining your skills and experience.

Since 1951, Drake International continues to be a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing : we help people find the right role at any stage of their career in Canada, and around the world.

We work directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities, with no cost to you.

Drake International Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We encourage anyone who may be looking for a new opportunity to please visit us at https : / / ca.drakeintl.com /

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