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Senior Process Technician -Thermoforming

@ Kelly Services

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Brantford, Ontario

$50/hrFull-time
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Overview

Kelly Services is hiring a Senior Thermoforming & Extrusion Technician for a food packaging manufacturer in Brantford, ON, to support startup and commissioning of a new multilayer thermoforming line. The role covers equipment setup, troubleshooting, process optimization and operator training, with about 6 weeks of specialized international training. The posting states full-time permanent employment at $40.00-$50.00 per hour.

Pay:

$50 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Set up, start up and troubleshoot thermoforming and extrusion equipment
  • Support equipment installation and production launch
  • Monitor and improve process performance and product quality
  • Train and support operators on equipment and process requirements
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements summary:

  • Direct thermoforming experience
  • Experience with extrusion processes and equipment
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Multilayer sheet extrusion experience preferred

Tools & skills

thermoforming equipmentextrusion equipment
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: moderate · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Paid training

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Job description

Senior Thermoforming & Extrusion Technician

Brantford, ON
$40.00-$50.00/hour
Full-Time | Permanent

About the Opportunity

Kelly Services is recruiting on behalf of a leading food packaging manufacturer in Brantford that is launching a new multilayer thermoforming production line.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Thermoforming & Extrusion Technician to support the startup, commissioning, and ongoing operation of this exciting new manufacturing project. This position will play a critical role in bringing new equipment online and establishing best practices for a highly specialized production process.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to receive specialized international training, work alongside industry experts, and become the primary technical resource for a new manufacturing line.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, start up, optimize, and troubleshoot thermoforming and extrusion equipment
  • Support equipment installation, commissioning, and production launch activities
  • Monitor and improve process performance, efficiency, and product quality
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment, process, and quality issues
  • Develop and maintain operating procedures and process documentation
  • Train and support operators on equipment and process requirements
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and waste reduction
  • Collaborate with technical teams during project implementation and startup
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards

Qualifications

Required

  • Direct thermoforming experience
  • Experience working with extrusion processes and equipment
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred

  • Multilayer sheet extrusion experience
  • Food packaging manufacturing experience
  • Experience with barrier materials such as EVOH
  • New equipment commissioning or startup experience
  • Technical leadership or mentorship experience

Travel Requirement

This position requires travel for approximately 6 weeks of specialized training, followed by ongoing collaboration with technical teams during equipment installation and project startup.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $40.00-$50.00/hour, depending on experience
  • Benefits package
  • RRSP matching
  • Professional development opportunities
  • International training exposure
  • Long-term career growth potential

If you have hands-on thermoforming and extrusion experience and are interested in being part of a major manufacturing startup project, we would like to hear from you.

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