Labourer (Packaging Plant)

The Shaw Group Limited; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shaw Group Limited in Canada is seeking a General Labourer for its Hardwoodlands, NS packaging plant. You will operate automated packaging equipment, perform quality control and assist with site maintenance and daily communications with the Site Supervisor.

We emphasize safety, teamwork, and the ability to work unsupervised when needed. Forklift experience is a plus; lifting 50 lbs may be required. This is a full-time role offering growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Commitment to a safe work culture.
• Self-motivated with ability to work unsupervised and provide leadership.
• Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Forklift and front end loader experience is an asset.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more as required.

Responsibilities

• Use automated equipment to package and palletize product.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Carry out facility maintenance as directed by Site Supervisor.
• Quality control testing on products.
• Communicate with incoming and outgoing crews on plant operation.
• Report issues regarding quality, safety, maintenance and production to Site Supervisor.
• Maintain all levels of communication, such as production logs and verbal updates.
• Fill in as Packaging Line Operator when needed.
• Safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Safety culture

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with automation

Forklift experience

Lifting 50 lbs+

Job description

Privately owned and operated, The Shaw Group Limited is one of Eastern Canada's leading real estate developers, community developers, and natural resource manufacturers. With its 158-year history in Atlantic Canada, excellent reputation, solid balance sheet, vast land holdings, and a focus on products for the construction industry, the Company is well positioned for continued growth. We are currently looking for a General Labourer in Hardwoodlands, NS.

Participating in all aspects of operation of the packaging plant, you will be responsible for:

• Use automated equipment to package and palletize product
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Carry out facility maintenance requirements as directed from the Site Supervisor
• Quality control testing on products
• Communicating with incoming and outgoing crews on plant operation
• Reporting to the Site Supervisor on any issues regarding quality, safety, maintenance, and production
• Maintaining all levels of communication, such as production, log books, and verbal communication
• Fill in as Packaging Line Operator when needed
• Safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment
• Other duties, as may be required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Commitment to a safe work culture
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work unsupervised and provide leadership when required
• Experience in operating automated manufacturing process equipment considered an asset
• Mechanical aptitude & experience
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Forklift and front end loader experience considered an asset
• Must be able to lift to or greater than 50 lbs. as required

Why work for The Shaw Group?

We understand the importance of investing in and developing our people. We are collaborative and team oriented. We provide our team with the opportunities to grow, and we create a safe environment for our people to bring fresh ideas to the table. And we like people with a "let's get it done" attitude!

We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities in our workplace and encourage applications from Women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

For more information on The Shaw Group of Companies and Shaw Resources please visit our website: www.shawgroupltd.com