Unitizer (Valid Counterbalance license required)

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.•Brampton, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact. The Unitizer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Unitizer equipment to ensure the quality of finished goods units and to ensure units are centered, strapped and stabilized for loading and storage.

Requirements

High School Diploma or related experience and/or training
Valid Forklift certificate, or willingness to receive Forklift training
Able to perform the physical demands of the position are a prerequisite
Strong oral and written communication skills are a prerequisite

Nice To Haves

Valid Counterbalance license required

Responsibilities

Responsible for safety and efficient set up and operation of the Unitizer and ensuring the main production line is cleared and optimized
Working safety and in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures and OHS legislation; wear prescribed PPE and report all hazards to supervision
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and work instructions
Verify quality of all finished units in the Warehouse inspecting for any non-conformances and ensure product meets customer specification
Ensure all finished units are centered by the centering device, strapped and secured for loading and maximum stability
Insert top sheets on all units and sample cartons when required by customer specifications
Monitor the main production line and affix load tags with customer and manufacturing information on all units
Maintain good housekeeping practices and following food safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Back up for the position is Converting Assistant
Other duties as assigned