ThruFlow - General Labourer – Production
Position Summary
The Production Worker is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations to meet customer requirements while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. This position operates production equipment, follows established manufacturing procedures, performs quality checks, completes production documentation, and ensures compliance with company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
Experience
- Minimum of five (3) years of production experience in an injection molding manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and workplace safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
- Perform production duties according to scheduled requirements and customer demand.
- Prepare equipment, tooling, and materials for production start-up.
- Verify equipment condition, process settings, and required pre-start checks before beginning production.
- Monitor and record process operating parameters at required intervals.
- Complete hourly production documentation accurately.
- Complete shift production; as required.
- Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist with tooling changeovers and process set-up activities.
- Complete basic tooling preventive maintenance tasks when required.
Quality Assurance
- Perform required quality inspections and verification checks.
- Record inspection results accurately according to procedures.
- Identify and report quality concerns, process issues, or product defects to the Production Foreman.
- Ensure finished products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
Packaging & Material Handling
- Complete final packaging of finished pallets, including cardboard protection, edge board installation, strapping, and shrink wrapping.
- Apply product labels accurately.
- Move finished goods to designated inventory locations.
- Maintain proper material handling practices.
Safety & Workplace Standards
- Follow the ThruFlow Safety Program and all applicable OSHA requirements.
- Follow all safe work procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Participate in equipment shutdown and end-of-shift housekeeping activities.
- Report safety hazards, incidents, or concerns immediately.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in continuous improvement activities and provide suggestions to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
- Support team objectives and production goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to complete production documentation accurately.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Basic understanding of injection molding processes is an asset.
- Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment.
- Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing environment with exposure to production equipment, noise, heat, and moving machinery.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- May require lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling according to company safety guidelines.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
If you require accommodation for the application process, ThruFlow will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Please contact Lisa Connell at [email protected] for any specific accommodation requests.
Pay: $22.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
