Farnell Packaging Limited is a family owned and operated global producer of flexible packaging. Respect for people and planet are critical components of doing business. Using our Mission, Vision and Values as our guide, we believe that our people are our greatest resources and we pride ourselves on providing training and development opportunities to all team members.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Extrusion Department team in the role of Assistant (Apprentice).    The Extrusion Assistant supports the Foremen with the setup and operation of our Extruders, as well has helps with housekeeping duties, wrapping and moving skids of product, runs the Repelletizer, and communicates with the team about any inefficiencies.

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop your skills in many areas in the Extrusion department.   You will be provided hands on training and timely feedback in order to safely perform your work duties and foster your career development.  The Extrusion Assistant (Apprentice) role is the foundation for building a career as an Extrusion Foreman.

Schedule:

  • 12 hour rotating shift schedule including overnight and weekend (example follows)
  • Scheduled for 84 hours bi-weekly and rotate together with the same crew
  • Some overtime available depending on production demands


Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Ability to read basic measuring instruments and carry out basic arithmetic operations
  • Comparable experience preferred but not required (General labour, construction, etc.)


Manufacturing Plant Working Conditions:

  • Required to stand for long periods of time and climb multiple sets of stairs regularly
  • Changing environmental conditions (very hot in summer/cold in winter).
  • Frequent heavy lifting


Compensation:

  • All successful hires start on a 6-month limited contract, which may possibly lead to full-time permanent employment
  • $15.45/hour starting rate, incrementally increasing to $17.88/hour when fully trained (1 year)
  • Benefits include: safety boot allowance, EFAP

Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees.   Please advise if you require accommodation, including in order to apply for a position.

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