Finishing - Jr Frame Operator

Colonial Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a Junior Frame Operator to join the Frames department. This entry-level role covers weekday, rotating C and A shifts, with progression through the realignment plan and potential external placements as needed.

Starting pay scales are listed for 2026: from 29.05 CAD per hour to 31.93 CAD per hour, with progression after 6 months and 1 year, and a target of 2000 hours at 31.93. Training and transition dates will be communicated by management.

Job description

INTERNAL JOB POSTING

DATE POSTED: September 30, 2026

Subject: Jr. Frame Operator Job Posting

2026 Pay Rate 2 Start $29.05

6 months $29.51

1 year $31.00

2000 hours $31.93

There will be two (2) openings in the Frames department, weekday, C and A- shift. (rotating jobs)

This position will be filled in the following manner:

• First, there will be a shift re-alignment within the department.
• Secondly, depending on the results of the realignment, the vacancy would be filled by associates from outside the department followed by outside the Company (pending approval).

A transition plan (including start dates and shifts) will be developed based on schedules. Once these requirements are determined the specific move dates would be communicated.

You will not be given the chance to decline this opportunity. The trainee will follow the trainer’s assigned shift.