About this role
Role and Responsibilities
• Pack products into containers/cartons
• Seal and label packages
• Prepare products for shipping or storage
• Inspect products, materials, and containers
• Ensure products meet company quality standards
• Identify and report defects or issues
• Operate or assist with machines (e.g., conveyors)
• Start/stop or monitor equipment
• Documentation/ Record keeping
• Keep work area clean
• Maintain organized workspace
• Work efficiently and meet production goals
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Be reliable and consistent
• Communicate issues to supervisors
• Other duties may be assigned.
Safety and Compliance
• All emphasize:
• Following workplace safety rules (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety Act)
• Wearing PPE (protective equipment)
• Reporting hazards or unsafe conditions
• Working safely around machinery
• Food safety, but the core safety expectation is the same.
Qualification & Education Requirements
• High school / Grade 10 level education
• Little to some experience (0–1 year) in manufacturing/packaging
Knowledge and Skills
• Reading and understanding simple instructions
• Basic writing/communication
• Simple math (add, subtract, count, measure)
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Use common sense in routine situations
• Pay attention to detail
Working Environment and Physical Requirements
• Very similar across all:
• Standing for long periods
• Using hands for repetitive tasks
• Light to moderate weight (up to ~50 lbs.)
• Walking, reaching, handling objects
• Close vision required
• Manufacturing/production setting
• Exposure to noise (moderate to high) and fumes or particles (in some cases)
• Fast-paced, production-driven environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pretium Packaging is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Disability/Veteran employer.
“Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.”