Furnace Operator (PM shift)

Hayden Diamond Bit Industries Ltd; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayden Diamond Bit Industries Ltd specializes in the design, manufacture and distribution of diamond coring bits and other diamond products for the world’s mining and exploration industry. The company is seeking a Furnace Operator for the afternoon shift, 2:30 PM to 11 PM, with duties spanning furnace operation, cleaning, quality checks and maintenance support.

The role requires Grade 12 or equivalent, manufacturing experience, English communication and ability to work in a hot environment,

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience in metal or related industries.
• Able to communicate efficiently in English.
• Basic knowledge of machine and power tools operations.
• Able to work in hot environments (30–38°C).
• Able to stand for the 8‑hour shift and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates furnace equipment for production.
• Removes finished parts using appropriate machinery and tools.
• Performs sandblasting to remove excess materials from finished parts.
• Keeps furnace stations and surrounding area clean and clear of debris.
• Performs to production goals.
• Understands safety equipment and procedures and ensures safe operations.
• Performs in-process quality checks of parts before and after furnace operations.
• Prepare quality records diligently and promptly.
• Assists maintenance personnel as directed.
• Other general maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Procedural compliance

English communication

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Machine tools operation

Job description

HAYDEN Diamond Bit Industries Ltd. specializes in the design, manufacture and distribution of diamond coring bits and other diamond products for the world’s mining and exploration industry. We are seeking candidates for Furnace Operator position in afternoon shift; 2:30 PM to 11 PM.

Job responsibilities :

1. Sets up and operates furnace equipment for production. Keeps equipment operating according to operating procedures and in good condition.
2. Remove finished parts using appropriate machinery and tools.
3. Performs sandblasting to remove excess materials from finished parts.
4. Keeps furnace stations and surrounding area clean and clear of debris.
5. Performs to production goals.
6. Understands all safety equipment and procedures and ensure safe operations.
7. Performs in-process quality checks of parts before and after furnace operations.
8. Prepare all quality records diligently and promptly.
9. Assists maintenance personnel as directed.
10. Other general maintenance tasks as assigned.

Minimum requirements:

1. Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent. Competent in the English language and able to communicate efficiently.
   
2. Prior manufacturing experience in metal or related industries and demonstrated ability to following work procedures and operate independently without close supervision.
3. Basic knowledge of machine and power tools operations. Mechanically inclined.
4. Able to work in environment temperatures between 30 – 38 degrees Celsius
5. Able to work flexible shifts.
6. Must not be allergic to dust, graphite or metal compounds.
7. Able to work standing for the duration of the 8 hours shift.
8. Able to lift/move weights up to 30 lbs.
9. Able to work in a team.
10. Must have legal working status in Canada.

Hayden Diamond Bit Industries is committed to providing the best quality product on time all the time. Our strength comes from working together with our customers, customizing our products with top quality materials using hi-tech engineering and utilizing advanced production techniques in order to maximize business relationships with our clients in the world’s mining and exploration industry. We are an equal opportunity employer.