Behlen Industries: Machine Operator

WGI Westman Group; Brandon; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Behlen Industries LP, part of WGI Westman Group, is seeking a Machine Operator in Brandon, Manitoba. The role involves setting up and operating various machines in accordance with blueprints and verbal instructions, with an 8-hour shift on a two-week rotation.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and adhere to quality and safety standards. We value strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills and a positive attitude, with experience in an industrial manufacturing

Qualifications

• 2–3 years experience in related industrial background.
• Must have good mathematical skills; experience with using measuring instruments.
• Forklift and/or Crane experience would be an asset.
• Past experience in a manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Knowledge of quality and safety standards.
• Excellent problem solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline driven environment; adapt to change and work under pressure.
• Demonstrated positive attitude, initiative and the ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate various pieces of machinery according to blueprints, drawings or verbal instructions.
• Work 8-hour shifts on a two-week shift rotation.
• Maintain quality and safety standards in production.
• Collaborate with team and adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Math skills

Measuring instruments

Forklift experience

Crane experience

Quality & safety standards

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Physical ability

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Blueprint reading

Job description

As Canada’s largest manufacturer of steel building systems, BEHLEN values our people and our community as much as our clients value our work. Behlen Industries LP manufactures pre-engineered steel buildings used in recreational, commercial, and industrial markets. Behlen is a proud member of WGI Westman Group Inc. – A dynamic, entrepreneurial group dedicated to the growth of their employees, customers and the communities in which they operate.

Progress creates a career opportunity in Brandon, Manitoba.

MACHINE OPERATOR

Our Machine Operators are responsible to set-up and operate various pieces of machinery specific to their area of responsibility and in accordance with blueprints, drawings and / or verbal instructions as applicable. Employees must be willing to work 8-hour shifts on a two-week shift rotation.

Requirements:

• 2 to 3 years experience in a related industrial background.
• Must have good mathematical skills have experience with using various measuring instruments.
• Forklift and/or Crane experience would be an asset
• Past experience in a manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Knowledge of quality and safety standards.
• Excellent problem solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline driven environment; adapt to change and work under pressure.
• Demonstrated positive attitude, initiative and the ability to work well with others.

Behlen Industries LP provides a competitive total rewards package including professional growth, career development and continuous learning.

This position will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Behlen Industries LP welcomes applications from qualified candidates and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and section process.