Pad Printing Technician

Pad Printing Technician (Full-Time | Day Shift)

Ottawa, ON
$19.00 – $21.00 per hour
Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Full-Time | Permanent

Build Your Career in Advanced Manufacturing

Ottawa Mould Craft is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Pad Printing Technician to join our growing production team. If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, take pride in quality, and want to be part of a stable, team-focused environment — this could be the role for you.

This is more than just operating a machine — you will be responsible for full machine set-up, precision adjustments, and ensuring every printed part meets cosmetic and customer quality standards.

What You’ll Do Machine Set-Up & Operation

Perform complete pad printing machine set-up, including mechanical adjustments, fixture alignment, plate installation, and changeovers
Prepare tooling and fixtures for various part configurations
Adjust machine settings to ensure accurate image placement and print consistency
Troubleshoot and correct issues such as misalignment, ink inconsistencies, or incomplete transfers
Ink Preparation & Quality Control

Mix and manage ink to proper viscosity and colour specifications
Monitor adhesion, clarity, and cosmetic standards throughout production
Conduct in-process inspections to maintain quality targets
Identify and address defects before product moves forward in production
Production & Documentation

Load/unload parts efficiently while meeting daily production targets
Properly rack printed parts for curing to prevent damage or defects
Accurately record production counts, inspections, and material usage
Ensure finished products are counted, labeled, and packaged correctly
Dual Role – Production Support

This is a dual-function position. When pad printing is not running, you will support the team by performing general Operator duties to maintain production flow and efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

✔ 1+ year of manufacturing experience
✔ Strong attention to detail and quality standards
✔ Basic mechanical aptitude
✔ Basic computer and math skills
✔ Ability to lift up to 25 kg
✔ Comfortable standing/sitting for extended periods
✔ Able to perform repetitive work while maintaining focus

You are:

Quality-driven
Detail-oriented
Reliable and self-motivated
Team-focused
Education

High School Diploma required
Post-secondary education in manufacturing or related field is an asset

Why Join OMC?

We offer a supportive team environment and long-term career stability in a growing manufacturing facility.

Benefits Include:

Dental Care
Extended Health Care
Life Insurance
RRSP Matching
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
Casual Dress
On-Site Parking
Controlled Goods Requirement

This position requires immediate Controlled Goods (CG) clearance.
Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

If you take pride in precision work and want to be part of a company that values quality and accountability, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Profit sharing
RRSP match
Application question(s):

The position requires immediate CG clearance. To get your CG clearance, you must be a CANADIAN CITIZEN or PERMANENT RESIDENT. Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident?
Work Location: In person