Using our Mission, Vision and Values as our guide, we believe that our people are our greatest resources. As a global producer of flexible packaging, we pride ourselves on providing training and development opportunities to all team members.
GREAT MINDS TOGETHER
CULTURE
Respect for people and planet are critical components of doing business. We operate with integrity, and strive for continuous improvement. With that in mind, respect for entire team and the world around us drives our business growth sustainably.
COMPENSATION
Our competitive compensation package includes a generous vacation and holiday plan, as well as access to our employer matched group RRSP plan.
CUSTOM TRAINING
We provide comprehensive, on the job training and ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff.
MEDICAL BENEFITS
We offer an excellent health & dental plan, as well as wellness programs and an annual fitness credit.
OPPORTUNITIES
We offer exciting career opportunities in all areas of our business. Explore our open positions today for more information on available opportunities.
Current Openings:
PRESS ASSISTANT
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 Press Department team in the role of Assistant. The Press Assistant supports the Foremen with the setup and operation of our Flexographic presses, as well has helps with housekeeping duties, wrapping and moving skids of product, and quality testing.
You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop your skills in many areas in the Press department. You will be provided hands on training and timely feedback in order to safely perform your work duties and foster your career development.
Schedule:
- 12 hour rotating shift schedule including overnight and weekend
- 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
- Basic Colour Blindness Test
- 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
- Changing environmental conditions (hot in summer/cold in winter).
- Ability to wear half-mask respirators to mitigate risks while working with solvent, ink and other chemicals in the Press Department
- 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
We are proud to provide a smoke-free facility and environment. Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
IND
Shift Example:
EXTRUSION ASSISTANT
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. 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.
Schedule:
- 12 hour rotating shift schedule including overnight and weekend
- 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
We are proud to provide a smoke-free facility and environment. Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
Shift Example:
General Labourer
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 team in the entry-level role of Assistant. The Assistant supports the Foremen with the setup and operation of our machines, as well has helps with housekeeping duties, wrapping and moving skids of product, quality checks, and communicates with the team about any inefficiencies.
You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop your skills. You will be provided hands on training and timely feedback in order to safely perform your work duties and foster your career development.
Schedule:
- 12 hour rotating shift schedule including overnight and weekend
- 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
We are proud to provide a smoke-free facility and environment. Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
Shift Example:
MATERIAL HANDLER
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 four (4) highly motivated individuals to join our Shipping Department team in the role of Material Handler. The goal of this position is to successfully move materials through the facility and provide the service to all the production areas. The incumbent will perform general warehouse duties including; shipping/receiving, processing orders in the system, inventory, and other warehouse related job tasks as assigned.
You will have the opportunity to work in a very fast-paced position, where time management and organizational skills are essential. You will be provided hands on training and timely feedback in order to safely perform your work duties and foster your career development.
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 is available depending on production demands
Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Must hold a valid forklift operator license (Counterbalance, Walkie, Raymond Reach) from a recognized training provider
- Basic Computer Skills (knowledge of MS Office, Paradox database an asset, SYSPRO ERP an asset).
- Fall Protection Certification
- Minimum six (6) months of experience as a forklift operator
- Two (2) years’ experience in a production facility or warehouse is preferred
- Criminal Background Check
Manufacturing Plant Working Conditions:
- Required to stand for long periods of time
- May be required to climb several flights of stairs
- Changing environmental conditions (Hot/ Cold)
- Some lifting is required
Compensation:
- All successful hires start on a 6-month limited contract, which may possibly lead to full-time permanent employment
- $17.88/hour starting rate, incrementally increasing to $19.35/hour when fully trained (1 year)
- Benefits include: safety boot allowance, EFAP
We are proud to provide a smoke-free facility and environment. Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
IND
Shift Example:
Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer
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 a highly motivated individual to join our team in the role of Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer. The Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer is responsible for assisting with engineering project management and oversight of facility and equipment upgrades, as directed by the Plant Engineer. The Mechanical / Electrical Engineer will also work with Production and Maintenance personnel to ensure production equipment is efficient and effective to meet our requirements.
The Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer, in coordination with all areas/departments, defines, implements and manages a risk-based strategy for area of control in order to meet the business, Safety, Environmental, Financial and Operational objectives at minimum cost and in the safest manner.
The position exists to perform the engineering activities by ensuring optimum outputs are achieved in the most economic and safe manner whilst underpinning the integrity and infrastructure of the plant.
Key Job Duties:
- Manages activities related to changes or modifications of Farnell Packaging Limited infrastructure, equipment or facilities as directed by the Plant Engineer.
- Ensure the safe and effective introduction of new equipment, capital expenditure and technologies.
- Determine training requirements and recommends training plans (engineering related).
- Helps to Develop and Monitor Engineering KPI’s and find ways to improve
- Identifies areas for engineering and financial improvement, makes recommendations to the Plant Engineer and VP Operations.
- Assists in process and equipment improvements where opportunities have been identified.
- Assists any contracted maintenance personnel when required.
- Implements strategies in alignment with the Leadership team initiatives and provides clear sense of direction and focus.
- Actively participates in waste reduction and recycling of designated materials.
- Manages Projects per the Farnell Packaging Limited Project Management Plan
Requirements:
- Professional Engineer Designation required. (P.Eng)
- Demonstrated expert understanding of maintenance and engineering processes and strategies:
- Process Improvement
- Equipment optimization, upgrades and improvement
- Chilling systems and distribution
- Exhaust ventilation systems, vacuum conveying
- Will be qualified to degree level (or a minimum of 5 years’ experience) in a process, technical or engineering discipline.
- Demonstrated previous success in introducing risk based engineering techniques into industrial/manufacturing organizations.
- Demonstrated ability with computerized engineering management systems.
- Knowledge of flexible packaging, including blown film extrusion & flexographic printing considered an asset.
- Professional project management training considered an asset.
- Automation, PLC, Industry 4.0 and IOT considered an asset.
Working Conditions:
- Eight (8) hour shifts; may also work additional or flexible hours based on changing project or internal/ external customer demand.
- Required to sit for long periods of time performing computer work
- May be required to climb several flights of stairs
- May be required to carry a Company provided cellphone and answer calls to give direction or help problem solve. (as per Company on Call Policy guidelines)
We are proud to provide a smoke-free facility and environment. Farnell Packaging Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
IND
Farnell Packaging Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants who require accommodation with the recruitment and selection process may phone (902) 468-9378 and request Human Resources for additional support.
