Looking for a position in a stable, growing company that will give you a place to learn recent skills? Interested in becoming part of a team in a unique industry? Willing to learn on the job?

CARDSTON is looking for you! CARDSTON Enterprises is a Canadian manufacturer of card and board games, trading, and collectible card games. A niche business which calls on the Publishing, Gaming and Entertainment, Licensing markets. We are going through a tremendous growth period and we are the only trading and collectible card manufacturer in Canada. There are only a handful of companies in North America possessing our unique expertise and equipment. Successful candidates will have an opportunity to participate in this tremendous growth and learn a unique and complicated product.

What we are looking for:

Day Shift : Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Evening Shift: Monday - Friday 3:30pm - 12:00 am (midnight)

Night Shift: Sunday 9pm- 7:30am Monday-Thursday 11:30pm-7:30 am

As a Machine Operator, you will operate and maintain specialized production equipment used in the manufacturing of high-quality collectible trading cards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, physically capable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

- Independently operate at least one production machine
- Perform standard setups and adjustments
- Conduct quality inspections
- Complete production records accurately
- Identify and report equipment issues
- Maintain production efficiency targets
- Load, unload, move, and organize raw materials and finished goods
- Follow production schedules, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
- Inspect products for quality and report defects or concerns
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and production areas

Preferred Experience

- Commercial printing
- Packaging manufacturing
- Bindery and finishing operations
- Folding carton production
- Label converting
- Digital print production




- Paper converting or related manufacturing environments

Qualifications

- 2+ years of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Experience with quality inspection and measurement tools
- Ability to read work instructions and production specifications
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting materials as required
- Basic math and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials up to 40 lbs (18 kg)
- Repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, gripping, and manual dexterity required
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a production setting
- Capable of working in varying temperatures, noise levels, and manufacturing conditions
- Ability to climb stairs and safely maneuver around production equipment
- Must be physically capable of wearing required PPE, including safety shoes, gloves, hairnets, and safety glasses
- Ability to work overtime or shift work as required

Why Join CARDSTON?

- Work with unique, premium collectible products enjoyed by fans worldwide
- State-of-the-art manufacturing environment
- Opportunities for training and advancement
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Stable, growing Canadian manufacturer
- Collaborative team culture focused on quality and innovation

It's an exciting time to join team. We invite you to come and be a part of our success!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$22.50 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Application question(s):

- What shift do you prefer?

Experience:

- Machine operation: 1 year (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Machine Operator/Production Workers - All Shifts (Pointe-Claire)
🏢 Cardston Enterprises
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