Line Operator

PPG Canada is hiring a Line Operator with an Opportunity to Build Your Career

As a Line Operator you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

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Job Purpose

The main purpose of the Line Operator is:

Accountable for all aspects of the filling of production batches to within specification following all procedures and practices to ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment while maintaining Quality standards

Job Responsibilities

Compliance:

• Perform all duties according to SOP’s, GMP’s and all other established safety standards and company policies
• Correctly complete all documentation as per SOP’s and GMP requirements, i.e., observations, test results, batch record information, etc.
• Notify management in the event of a departure from procedure, product defect, safety incident or other serious problem
• Productivity and Operational Excellence:
• Dismantle, clean, sanitize and assemble processing equipment according to established SOPs to ensure hygiene compliance
• Safely operate all required equipment and machinery including those used to manufacture, store, clean and transport production related assets
• Execute applicable SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Effectively process batches within specifications to meet department batch execution targets by ensuring optimal cycle times in support of schedule adherence
• Complete daily administrative tasks and in a timely manner
• Ensure the proper selection, care and use of tools, parts and equipment while performing all job related duties
• Escalate manufacturing related issues to the appropriate support groups (QA, Process, Maintenance, Operations) and help in the resolution and 5 why analysis
• Recommend and actively support the implementation of process improvement opportunities
• Assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis of FRB batches
• Maintain 5S standards

• Previous Forklift experience required and must have a valid forklift license

Teamwork:

• Actively seeks and accepts positive and constructive feedback from colleagues
• Works effectively with team members in support of team and department goals
• Actively embraces cross training initiatives across departments
• Communicates effectively both verbally and written
• Perform any related duties as assigned
• Actively contributes in team meetings and other team-related activities

Person Profile & Skills

• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Team focused
• Sense of urgency
• Sense of respect and integrity for self and team
• Ability to manage through difficult and stressful situations
• Ability to work on multiple priorities at the same time
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit. Routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without mechanical assistance.
• Detail-oriented with an eye for quality and accuracy
• Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma preferred.
• Industrial experience.
• Mechanical abilities.
• Good knowledge of measuring tools and plastic extrusion is an asset.

Compensation

Hourly rate starting at $23.09/hour

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.