Mississauga, On Plastics machine operator Jobs – 22 Openings This Week

Thermoforming Setup Mechanic (Food-Grade / GMP / SQF)
Guycan Plastics —Mississauga, ON
- $20–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
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Extruder Machine Operator- $21-$29/hr.-Etobicoke and Brampton, ON
Fuze HR Solutions Inc. —Brampton, ON
- $21–$29 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing
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Process Technician
RAM PLASTICS INC —Toronto, ON
- $20–$30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- English
- Forklift
- Math
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Extruder Operator
Staff Plus —Brampton, ON
- From $24.11 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
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9d
Extrusion Machine Operator
Nova Staffing Inc —Brampton, ON
- $25.61–$26.90 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- In-person
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1d
Machine Operator/Process Worker
AIP&P INDUSTRIES INC —Mississauga, ON
- $21–$26 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- In-person
- Paid time off
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Machine Operator
Permacon —Milton, ON
- $30.02–$32.02 an hour
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Mould Set Up (Nights)
Magna International —Vaughan, ON
- $28–$29 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
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9d
Machine Operator
Sigma staffing —Etobicoke, ON
- $18–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Assembly
- Bachelor's
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9d
Mould Set Up (Afternoons)
Magna International —Vaughan, ON
- $28–$29 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
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9d
Plastic Extrusion Set-up and Operator
Tangibles Ltd. —Etobicoke, ON
- $22–$30 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Designated paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Thermoforming Operator
Recutify Inc. —Oakville, ON
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
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PET Slitter Operator
Novolex —Brampton, ON
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
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Cell Leader
Novolex —Brampton, ON
- $24 an hour
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
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OPS Slitter Operator 2 (Parental Leave Replacement)
Novolex —Brampton, ON
- $20 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
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Extrusion Operator – Plastic Manufacturing
Recutify Inc. —Brampton, ON
- $20–$22 an hour
- Full-time
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Time management
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6' Cast Line (017160) - Cast Line Operator
IPG —Toronto, ON
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
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8d
Machine Operator
Vision Personnel Services Inc. —Toronto, ON
- Full-time
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing
Blow Molding Operator
Recutify Inc. —Oakville, ON
- Full-time
- Manufacturing
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Mold Set-up and Processing Technician
Menasha Corporation & Companies —Rexdale, ON
- Full-time

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Thermoforming Setup Mechanic (Food-Grade / GMP / SQF)

Guycan Plastics
Mississauga, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$20–$30 an hour

Qualifications

Packaging
Safe Quality Food Certification
Manufacturing
Food safety
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Job Summary

The Thermoforming Setup Mechanic is responsible for the setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting of thermoforming equipment used in food-contact packaging production. This role ensures equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), SQF requirements, food safety programs, and quality standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities Thermoforming Setup & Changeovers

Perform complete thermoformer setups including mold changes, plug assists, trim tooling, and auxiliary equipment in a GMP- and SQF-controlled environment
Verify tooling, molds, and product contact surfaces are clean, sanitary, and approved prior to installation
Set and adjust process parameters including temperature profiles, pressure, vacuum, timing, and line speed
Follow approved setup sheets, work instructions, sanitation procedures, and SQF-required controls
Conduct documented line clearance and pre-operational checks prior to startup

GMP, SQF & Food Safety Compliance

Adhere to all GMP, SQF, and food safety requirements at all times
Maintain strict control of foreign material hazards (tools, fasteners, components, personal items)
Ensure proper use of hairnets, beard nets, gloves, PPE, and clean uniforms
Follow handwashing, hygiene, and contamination prevention procedures
Immediately report food safety risks, deviations, or non-conformances
Actively support SQF audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Process Control & Quality Assurance

Monitor formed parts for defects such as thinning, webbing, distortion, incomplete forming, or trim issues
Ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and SQF-approved specifications
Support first-article approval, in-process inspections, and SPC requirements
Collaborate with Quality Assurance on non-conformances, root cause analysis, and corrective actions

Troubleshooting & Equipment Support

Diagnose and correct mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum, and basic electrical issues while maintaining food safety controls
Respond to equipment downtime with priority on product safety and compliance
Perform minor repairs and assist with preventative maintenance in accordance with SQF requirements
Communicate recurring equipment or process issues to maintenance, QA, and engineering teams

Documentation & Recordkeeping

Accurately complete setup verification forms, pre-operational checklists, downtime logs, and production records
Ensure documentation complies with SQF recordkeeping and traceability requirements
Maintain audit-ready records that are legible, complete, and timely

Safety & Housekeeping

Follow all safety policies including lockout/tagout and machine guarding procedures
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area consistent with GMP and SQF expectations
Properly store tools, parts, and materials to prevent contamination

Materials & Equipment Experience

Experience with food-contact plastic materials such as PET, RPET, and PS
Knowledge of thin-gauge thermoforming for food containers, lids, trays, or clamshells
Experience with trim presses, steel rule dies, or matched metal tooling
Ability to read setup sheets, drawings, specifications, and control plans

Required Qualifications

3–5 years of thermoforming setup or mechanical experience (food packaging preferred)
Working knowledge of GMP and SQF food safety systems
Strong mechanical aptitude and structured troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently in a regulated, audit-driven environment
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to [XX] lbs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in SQF-certified food packaging facilities
Familiarity with SQF Code, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, or ISO 9001
Basic understanding of PLCs and automated thermoforming equipment
Experience supporting audits or training operators on GMP/SQF requirements

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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plastics machine operator jobs in mississauga, on

Thermoforming Setup Mechanic (Food-Grade / GMP / SQF)

Extruder Machine Operator- $21-$29/hr.-Etobicoke and Brampton, ON

Process Technician

Extruder Operator

Extrusion Machine Operator

Machine Operator/Process Worker

Machine Operator

Mould Set Up (Nights)

Machine Operator

Mould Set Up (Afternoons)

Plastic Extrusion Set-up and Operator

Thermoforming Operator

PET Slitter Operator

Cell Leader

OPS Slitter Operator 2 (Parental Leave Replacement)

Extrusion Operator – Plastic Manufacturing

6' Cast Line (017160) - Cast Line Operator

Machine Operator

Blow Molding Operator

Mold Set-up and Processing Technician

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