General Labourer

eCycle solutions Inc.; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

eCycle solutions Inc. in British Columbia is seeking a General Labourer Level 2 to support electronics dismantling and materials handling on a fast-paced production floor.

This role requires lifting, sorting shipments, using air guns and hand tools, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. You will work with supervision to meet daily production targets, adhere to SOPs and safety policies, and contribute to efficient line operations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) unassisted.
• Demonstrated aptitude for handling electronics.
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to read and carry out SOP instructions; basic math skills.
• WHMIS/Health and Safety training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Unload, tag, and sort palletized and bulk electronic waste shipments.
• Disassemble/dismantle electronic products using air guns and hand tools.
• Identify components and sort into correct material bins.
• Maintain clean and safe work area; remove packaging waste as required.
• Communicate issues to supervisor to avoid delays or safety concerns.
• Meet daily/weekly/monthly production and efficiency goals.
• Adhere to company SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Electronics knowledge

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading SOPs

Math skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Tools

Air guns

Hand tools

Pallet jack

PPE usage

Job description

Job purpose

A General Labourer Level 2 performs various tasks related to materials handling, electronics dismantling, re-packing as well as plant and equipment clean-up for lines that are more demanding (physical or mental efforts).

Duties and responsibilities

• Unload, tag, sort both palletized and bulk material shipments of electronic waste (eg. TVs, monitors, computers etc), disassemble/dismantle waste electronic products quickly, accurately, safely and securely
• Use air guns and hand tools to dismantle electronic equipment
• Identify components from disassembly and sort into correct material bins
• Ensure work area remains clean and free of trash/debris throughout the work shift, including removal of plastic wrap/packaging material in the work centers
• Communicate all issues to the production supervisor and/or operations manager that could result in process delays or safety issues
• Work quickly and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of performance with quality production, security, and health & safety
• Ensure daily, weekly, monthly production and efficiency goals are accomplished
• Maintain strict adherence to eCycle policies, SOP’s, and safety procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proven qualities to jobs requiring additional physical and mental efforts
• Demonstrated aptitude for handling and knowledge of electronics
• Manual labour as required- Must be able to lift 50 lbs (23 kg) without assistance and use a pallet jack
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not required
• Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Demonstrate basic problem solving, effective communication skills, attention to detail, manual dexterity and hand to eye coordination
• Must be able to read and carry out instructions for S.O.P.s, and possess basic math skills
• Experience with manual and basic power tools, especially air guns
• Ability to wear PPE and adhere to all Health and Safety requirements
• Demonstrated high level of personal accountability, reliability, sense of urgency and attention to detail
• WHMIS, Health and Safety, First Aid training is an asset

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting (must be able to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) without assistance, squatting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing, some noise and dust exposure (PPE provided)
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
• Frequently required to stand and walk for the majority of shift time

KPI

• Standard Processing Rate- Meets Expectations
• Housekeeping -Meet Expectations
• Quality- Meet Expectations
• Health & Safety cautious worker limited to 0 injuries

Skills & Attributes

• Communication skills both verbally and written
• Making effective decisions for example gather relevant information, identify the alternatives, take action
• Work independently with limited supervision
• Team Player
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to follow instructions
• Flexibility to work on multiple lines