Machine Operator (Operator Bedding BIB) CN

Carpenter Co. is the world's largest producer of comfort cushioning products successfully operating in Calgary, Alberta since 1977.

Carpenter Canada Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator - 2nd shift (2:30 pm to 11:00 pm) at our Calgary manufacturing plant.

This position is responsible for the safe operation of assigned equipment or machine used in manufacturing of components and/or finished products for internal and external customers as defined by a daily production schedule.

The additional responsibilities as Machine Operator will include:

• Conduct pre use inspection of the assigned production equipment
• Follow work instruction and production schedule
• Operate assigned equipment safely
• Maintain relevant records in the SAP system
• Conducts quality checks as required to meet  customer's specification
• Print stock shipping labels or enter production figures into SAP
• Ensure all finished products are labelled correctly
• Operate heat bond iron to seal packaging material
• Perform basic maintenance of the equipment as required
• Perform housekeeping on equipment and surrounding work area.
• Help perform routine simple maintenance on machinery
• Ensure work area is clean and orderly by disposing of departmental waste.
• Practice Kaizen principles of continuous improvement

Skills and Requirements

• High School Education or GED
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have basic reading, writing and math skills
• Able to read and interpret a tape measure
• Prior experience in a manufacturing working environment is an asset