Production Associate

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values —"We Care. We Work. We Win.”— we create a culture where every voice matters, and every idea drives progress.   *Artificial intelligence may be used when sourcing candidates. This posting is for an existing vacancy.    Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we’re turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of.  Create a new future. Apply Today.  We are currently recruiting for Production Associates at our metal beverage packaging facility in Whitby, Ontario. The successful candidate must be capable of performing various manual and mechanical functions within a high speed production environment while fulfilling health, safety, environmental, quality, food and production standards.   Primary Purpose of Position: Performs tasks and provides services to support the plant’s production goals, overall business plans and objectives as directed.   What will you be responsible for?

Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment. Supports and follows the guidelines of the food safety system. Performs duties as required to ensure compliance with the plant’s quality standards. Progressive responsibilities will involve various manual or mechanical production functions by operating, adjusting, and repairing production equipment to meet customer specifications .May disassemble, overhaul, and rebuild production equipment under the supervision of a qualified operator. Perform troubleshooting on production equipment as required. Inputs data on a computer terminal to identify, label, and palletize finished products. Conducts inspection of in-process or finished product. Assist in making adjustments or mechanical repairs to production equipment. Responsible for replenishing supplies required for assigned area. Performs record keeping duties as required under the direction of management. Work in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP) and safe quality food (SQF) standards

What are we looking for?

Ability to communicate effectively, write effectively, read, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written instructions Ability to learn to identify product defects. Required to work assigned schedule or 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights, Monday through Sunday. Incumbent must be able to work overtime on a regular basis and/or be on call as directed. Ability to use hand and power tools. Ability to read, write and comprehend written material. Ability to operate fork truck and aerial lift, if required. Possesses an interest in and an aptitude for mechanics. Must have strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to organize, plan, and prioritize. Ability to meet deadlines and to concentrate and pay attention to detail. Ability to operate and functionally use a computer. Performs such individual assignments as management may direct. Secondary School graduate – obtained diploma Technical training or equivalent. Must have 3 years previous manufacturing experience and mechanical job related experience Working knowledge of machine mechanics and troubleshooting skills

Salary begins at 33.34$/h Required to work assigned schedule or 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights, Monday through Sunday (4 IN/4 OFF) Incumbent must be able to work overtime on a regular basis and/or be on call as directed.

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation.   When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 22,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminum cans, cups, and aerosol bottles, to aerospace solutions that enable our customers