Casemaker Machine Operator

The Casemaker Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of a case making machine producing hard cover cases for books. The Operator is responsible to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the case maker to produce a high-quality product to the prescribed quantity. Other responsibilities include troubleshooting basic machine performance, making adjustments and calling for additional resources as required.

Shift:
The successful candidate will work three (3) consecutive 12-hour night shifts per week, 6 PM to 6 AM.

Early Week Night Shift: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 

Benefits:
Friesens Corporation offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package and Employee Ownership Trust distributions.  

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED/Mature Student Diploma


• Machine operation experience


• Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance experience


• Experience operating and using small tools


• Forklift experience an asset


• Effective English use and comprehension


• Digital Literacy (Microsoft Office, keyboarding skills)


• Essential Math skills (Metric and Imperial measurements, problem solving, conversion charts, etc.)


• Effective use of production related documents to accomplish job tasks


• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities in product


• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery, equipment, product


• Demonstrated organization, prioritizing, time and stress management skills


• Able to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner


• Continuous learning/improvement mindset


• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating self-management capabilities


• Able to deal with people diplomatically and professionally at all times


• Excellent manual dexterity


• Willingness to work overtime as needed


• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts


• Must be willing to work at all Friesens facilities as needed


• Knowledge of workplace safety, safe lifting and handling procedures

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work and communicate effectively with the Managers and co-workers


• Carry out jobs according to the schedule or as directed by the IP Production Manager


• Manage the case maker operation for quality, efficiency and productivity


• Understand the job requirements from information on the docket and other sources


• Request and arrange the components of the job in advance


• Set up the case maker as required


• Run samples covers making necessary adjustments


• Run job to required quantities


• Perform periodic visual and measurement checks


• Stack cases neatly on skids


• Identify finished lifts with accurate counts


• Arrange for finished component storage


• Return docket


• Perform case maker maintenance as described in the Casemaker Machine Maintenance Binder and the Operator’s Manual


• Practice Friesens safety procedures for equipment and plant situations


• Other duties as assigned by the IP Production or Operations Manager

Deadline for submission of application is June 23, 2026, or until a qualified candidate has been selected.