Forming Specialist

Original Composites and Fibers; Guelph; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness incentives

Health, Vision and Dental Benefits

Company Pension Plan

Staff Recognition Awards

Paid holidays

Disability Insurance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Original Composites and Fibers seeks a Forming Specialist for the Guelph Glass Plant. You will join a hands-on production team on rotating 12-hour shifts, with days and nights, including weekends and holidays.

Training is provided to operate specialized glass-forming equipment and ensure safety, quality and production targets are met. The role offers a starting wage of $32.76/hr (90% during probation), with ongoing progression and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Authorized to permanently work in Canada.
• Ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts (days and nights).

Responsibilities

• Work safely and maintain good housekeeping across your area.
• Learn and apply glass-forming fundamentals.
• Monitor and adjust processes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Use Quality Control systems and understand SPC.
• Support equipment reliability through inspection, lubrication, and restoration.
• Troubleshoot process or equipment issues.
• Operate forklifts and walkies (training provided).

Skills

Safety-focused

Quality-conscious

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Forming Specialist – Guelph Glass Plant

Location: 247 York Road, Guelph, ON

Job Type: Full‑time, 3 on/3 off Rotating 12‑hour shifts (days/nights, including weekends & Holidays – 24/7/365 – non-negotiable)

Wage: $32.76 (starts at 90%, progressive until passed 6-month probationary period)

(Start: $29.48, 3 months $31.12)

Paid: Fridays, weekly

About Us

Join Original Composites & Fiberglass, The Original Composites Company™, a leading global provider of solutions for the growing composites industry as we build on more than 85 years of material innovation. Our 4,000 employees across 12 countries share a commitment to redefining what is possible for our customers in energy, transportation, infrastructure, defense, and consumer goods. Guided by our core values of Passion, Ownership, and Team Spirit, the Guelph plant produces glass fiber reinforcements including Wet Use Chopped Strands [WUCS] and Continuous Filament Mat [CFM] in the heart of the city since 1951.

Join a Team That Shapes the Future

We are seeking reliable, safety-minded individuals to join our Operations team as Forming Specialists. You will receive training to operate specialized equipment used to manufacture high-quality glass fiber products for customers worldwide. In this role, you will help ensure that production targets, quality standards, and safety expectations are consistently met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Each day brings new challenges, and you will work with a team that values safety, respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Work safely and maintain good housekeeping across your area
• Learn and apply glass‑forming fundamentals
• Monitor and adjust processes to maintain high-quality standards
• Use Quality Control systems and understand Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Support equipment reliability through inspection, lubrication, and restoration
• Troubleshoot process or equipment issues
• Operate forklifts and walkies (training provided, as needed)

Safety

• Adhere to all OCF and Plant specific requirements
• Participate on safety teams
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Recognize, report and correct safety hazards upon identification

Quality

• Follow all process controls and requirements
• Inspect all work for accuracy

Regular Attendance

• Present and punctual for work as scheduled. Reliable transportation to support this.
• Must rotate shifts (12 hour shifts, 3 on – 3 off continual rotation 24/7/365)
• Willing to work overtime as needed

All other duties as assigned or needed

• Flexible to changes that are needed to meet business demands to include cross training

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Authorized to permanently work in Canada
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Forklift experience or willingness to be trained

Skills & Abilities

• Safety-focused mindset and consistent adherence to procedures and requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
• Fine motor skills would be an asset
• Basic computer proficiency, including the use of production monitoring systems
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team
• Clear, respectful, and supportive communication
• Effective planning, organization, and time management, with the ability to balance competing priorities
• Commitment to achieving production targets while maintaining safety and quality standards
• Continuous-improvement mindset focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency

Benefits

• Paid time off & holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness incentives

What you’ll love about us!

For more information: OCF.com

Competitive Benefits:

• Company Paid Health, Vision and Dental Benefits
• Company Pension Plan
• Staff Recognition Awards
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Disability Insurance
• Wellness initiatives

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

To support a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with the initial screening of applications. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that match the requirements of the role. AI is used only to support our recruiters; final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and hiring team. No applicant data is shared externally through these tools, and all information remains securely within our systems in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We value diversity and recognize the important role it plays in achieving our objectives and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, or ethnicity. OCF is committed to accessible recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and will provide appropriate accommodation to persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process upon request.