Assistant Operator (Plant/Loader/Maintenance) [The Shaw Group Limited]

CareerBeacon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Plant Operator/Maintenance to join their team in Nova Scotia. This full-time role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing processes within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently while maintaining safety standards. Join a company that values growth and offers opportunities for advancement in a supportive setting. If you are ready to contribute to a team that prioritizes safety and innovation, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Experience in operating manufacturing process equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participating in all aspects of operation in a 24/7 rotating shift environment.
• Carrying out facility maintenance and quality control testing on products.

Skills

Commitment to a safe work culture

Self-motivated

Experience in operating manufacturing process equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to work in a team environment

Experience with front-end loader

Job description

The Shaw Group Limited is one of the 50 Best-Managed Companies in Canada and is one of Eastern Canada's leading natural resource manufacturers and community developers. Shaw Renewables is a division of the Shaw Group of Companies. Shaw Renewables produces and packages top-of-the-line wood pellets and a natural equine bedding alternative that can be found at local building supply stores across Atlantic Canada. We also deliver bulk domestic wood pellets to local schools and supply international markets with an industrial wood pellet to fulfill demands for sustainable energy alternatives to fossil fuels.

Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking an individual to fill a full-time position as Assistant Plant Operator/Maintenance for our Nova Scotia, Hardwood Lands location. We are seeking someone with a strong work ethic, ability to work independently under minimal supervision and a safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Commitment to a safe work culture.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work unsupervised and provide leadership when required.
• Experience in operating manufacturing process equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude & experience.
• Ability to work shifts.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in the safe and efficient operation of a front-end loader considered an asset.
• Other duties, as may be required.
• Shift work will be required, and periodic overtime may be required. You must be able to work in hot/cold environments and be physically capable of performing manual tasks safely.

Responsibilities

Participating in all aspects of operation in a 24/7 rotating shift environment, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out facility maintenance requirements as directed from the plant operator.
• Quality Control testing on products.
• Communicating with incoming and outgoing crews on plant operation.
• Reporting to the plant operator on any issues regarding quality, safety, maintenance, and production.
• Maintaining all levels of communication, such as production, logbooks, and verbal communication.
• Required to maintain a clean work environment.
• Fill in as Plant Operator or Loader Operator as required.
• Safe and efficient operation of the front-end loaders.

Additional Information

We understand the importance of investing in and developing our people. We are collaborative and team-oriented. We provide our team with the opportunities to grow and we create a safe environment for our people to bring fresh ideas to the table. If this sounds like the right fit for you, please show your interest by submitting your resume.

For more information on The Shaw Group of Companies please visit our website: www.shawgroupltd.com

We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities in our workplace and encourage applications from Women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.