Packaging Operator

Position Purpose

About the Opportunity:

If you’re highly ambitious, safety-conscious, and enjoy challenging work in process manufacturing, then this role is for you.  Shell is looking for Packaging Process Operator to become part of our dynamic, self-managed Packaging Operations team at our Lubricants Plant in Brockville, Ontario.

Shell’s Brockville Lubricants Plant is the largest blender and packager of retail passenger-car motor oils in Canada, manufacturing multiple lubricant products resulting in the production of over 1,000 finished goods, and the newest facility of its type in North America.

At Brockville, we work as one team and are committed to safety and excellence. We are accountable to each other for our work, and above all we work together to get the job done. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture and work environment where you can thrive, innovate, and develop but most of all be yourself.

As a Packaging Process Operator, you would be required to perform the following tasks:

• Ensure that plant operations are conducted in a safe manner, and that all safety and environmental policies and regulations are followed

• Operate packaging equipment, bulk connections, and processes via computerized process control system

• Monitor process operations and troubleshoot process problems

• Execute team production tasks and objectives for the shift to meet production goals

• Perform various sampling and testing tasks based on department needs

• Use SAP and other computerized programs for inventory management and daily operations transactions

• Ensure diligent and thorough record keeping and documentation

• Participate actively and constructively in team meetings, safety meetings and inspections

• Work with Maintenance for the execution of various maintenance tasks

• Safe lock-out and isolation of equipment as required for repair or maintenance activities

• Enter work orders for execution of tasks by Maintenance

• Perform housekeeping duties as necessary on and around equipment, process area, and raw material storage, keeping equipment and plant site clean

• Identify opportunities for optimization and/or improvement of processes

• Adhere to Respectful Workplace Policies

Requirements:

• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

• At least High School Diploma

• Mechanical aptitude with experience in operator assisted preventative maintenance is

• ISO processes, procedures, and Quality management principles

• Comfortable using of Power Tools

• Operational knowledge and familiarity with automated processes and process control systems

• Computer literacy is required and familiarity with SAP is an asset

• Able to serve as a member of an emergency response team

• Ability to follow safe lifting techniques, able to lift and carry 20 kg from ground to waist level

• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work at heights and in confined spaces

• Ability to work safely wearing a respirator or Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

• Willing to comply with Shell's drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures

Normal Packaging Process operations work shifts are eight-hour days (0700-1500) Monday through Friday, as well as ten-hour afternoon shifts (1445-0100) Monday through Thursday. The shift rotation is four weeks on days and one week on afternoon. Start time of afternoon shift may vary based on business needs.

Packaging Process Operators are expected to progress to top rate and successfully learn to operate all work centers involved in operations as required by the progression system. The progression to the top hourly rate takes 3-6 years with a competitive pay rate.

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, orientations, and life experiences to apply. 

Company description 

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible.  We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of or .

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.