Labourer, Brantford ON

Sika; Brantford; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Job summary

Sika Canada is seeking a production line worker to operate the hand-add station, bag cement-based products, and perform packaging/storage duties on an industrial line. The role requires lifting up to 30 kg, working in dusty and loud conditions, and adhering to safety policies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of manufacturing experience; forklift certification is an asset. Day and night shifts with possible overtime are available. Uniform provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification is an asset.
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform duties to established standards.
• Effective communication with management and team leaders to meet production targets.
• Strong time-management skills to maintain production levels.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for commuting.

Responsibilities

• Operate the hand‑add station, using a digital scale to measure materials and ensure quality.
• Bag cement‑based products according to production and quality requirements.
• Manually stack product onto pallets and production lines.
• Safely operate a forklift for material handling and storage (where certified).
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and uphold plant housekeeping standards.
• Follow safety policies, PPE requirements, lock‑out, and confined‑space protocols.
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, incidents, or near misses to management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Sika Canada, a subsidiary of the Sika Group, is a leader in the development and manufacture of specialty chemicals. In the field of construction, the company operates in markets such as concrete repair, maintenance, and protection, building finishing, shotcrete, tunnelling & mining, roofing, concrete admixtures, and flooring. It also serves the manufacturing industry (automotive, transportation equipment, etc.) with bonding and sealing, assembly and damping solutions specifically developed for these markets.

Sika Canada has operations in Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia and employs more than 650 people in Canada. The company is ISO 9001 - 14001 certified and a member of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC).

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for working on a production line in one of several capacities, including hand‑add station operations, bagging and stacking product, and packaging/storage activities, as required. General line and plant housekeeping is also an essential part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the hand‑add station, including the use of a digital scale to measure materials and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Bag cement‑based products in accordance with production and quality requirements
• Perform manual stacking of product onto pallets and production lines
• Safely operate a forklift for material handling and storage (where certified/authorized)
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and contribute to overall plant housekeeping standards
• Work safely at all times by adhering to company safety policies, including PPE requirements, lock‑out procedures, confined‑space protocols, and safe lifting practices
• Immediately report any unsafe conditions, accidents, incidents, or near misses to management
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, requiring adaptation to varying temperatures and weather conditions
• The environment is dusty, loud, and industrial in nature
• Hearing protection is required, and appropriate PPE must be worn at all times
• Regular handling of cementitious and chemical materials; proper respirator fit and use is required
• The role involves substantial repetitive physical effort, including the ability to lift up to 30 kg
• Safely work in and around moving machinery and equipment

Schedule Requirements

• Ability to work both day and night shifts
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs

Additional Information

• Uniform provided

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Forklift certification considered an asset
• Self‑motivated with the ability to perform duties according to established standards
• Effective communication with management and team leaders to meet production targets and elevate issues as needed
• Strong time‑management skills to maintain required production levels
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable personal vehicle required for commuting purposes.

Additional Information

• Join the family of Sika AG, with over 33,500 employees and companies set up in over 100 countries, which provide ample of opportunities to grow.
• Many of our employees describe their working relationships at Sika as friendly, personable and sincere. We call this the "Sika Spirit".
• For such a large company, we have a surprisingly flat hierarchy with direct decision‑making processes and decentralized organizational units.
• We firmly believe that the diversity of our workforce is a key contributing factor to our success story.

Sika is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Canada discloses that we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications. However, we want to emphasize that AI does not make final decisions or eliminate candidates from consideration. Our dedicated hiring managers and recruiters carefully review all applications to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation process. This approach combines the efficiency of AI with the expertise and judgment of our experienced hiring team, allowing us to identify the best candidates while maintaining a human‑centered hiring process.