Loader Operator- Night Shift

Argus; Nisku; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Argus is seeking an operator to run a Komatsu WA380 wheel loader, loading OCTG and preparing it for threading across plant and yard areas. You will handle measurement, select tools, and follow safety and SOP guidelines to meet customer and licensor requirements.

The role involves reading production orders, documenting work, and collaborating with the team to improve workflows while maintaining a clean, safe work area. A high school diploma and math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with Grade 12 math or equivalent is required.
• Machine shop experience is an asset.
• Current wheel loader and forklift tickets would be an asset.
• Ability to use measuring equipment.
• General knowledge of products and services in the oil and gas industry.
• General understanding of safe work practices, Quality Assurance requirements, and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders safely to move OCTG.
• Prepare OCTG in the manufacturing plant and yard.
• Read work instructions and complete production documentation.
• Measure casing lengths and OD/ID with metric/imperial scales.
• Identify process improvements and support implementation.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and equipment.
• Provide general shop and yard labour.
• Follow Argus SOPs and safety standards.

Skills

Measuring equipment usage

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Quality Assurance basics

Education

High school diploma with Grade 12 math

Tools

Wheel loader ticket

Forklift ticket

Job description

Reporting to the Plant Supervisor, the employee is responsible for operating a well‑maintained Komatsu WA380 Wheel Loader to load and unload OCTG from trucks, manufacturing plant and yard locations. The position also includes the preparation of OCTG for threading, and completing final processes to ensure the customer and threading licensors’ requirements are met. Casing sizes range from 2 3/8” to 16”. Lengths of Range-1 to Range 3.

Who We Are

Argus is an employee‑owned organization that embraces diversity and the benefits it brings. Innovation and progress are achieved through valuing the ideas of our people, two‑way communication, and being open to change. Please visit the ‘About Us’ and ‘Careers’ sections of our website to learn more.

What You’ll Do

• Operate wheel loaders in a safe and skilled manner to move OCTG.
• Operate tools and equipment to handle and prepare the OCTG within the manufacturing plant, including horizontal/ vertical saws, MRE swage units, coil induction stress relievers, phosphate application tanks, coupling torque machines, overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, sand blast cabinets, Techno stamping machines, and various hand tools.
• Appropriate application and handling of hazardous chemicals as required by WHIMIS standards, including.
• Paint.
• Thread compounds.
• Zinc and manganese phosphate.
• Follow Argus Standard Operating Procedures.
• Read and carry out work instructions detailed on Production Orders. Complete documentation for work carried out.
• Measure casing lengths and OD/ ID dimensions to close tolerances, using metric and imperial scales. Use math skills to convert measurement scales and determine average measurements.
• Provide general shop and yard labour as required.
• Identification of process improvements that will benefit workflow and assistance with implementation of approved improvements.
• Clean and maintain the work area and equipment used daily.
• Other duties as requested by the supervisor.

What You Bring

• High school diploma with Grade 12 math or equivalent is required.
• Machine shop experience is an asset.
• Current wheel loader and forklift tickets would be an asset.
• Ability to use measuring equipment.
• General knowledge of products and services in relation to the oil and gas industry.
• General understanding of safe work practices, Quality Assurance requirements, and Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) principles.

Where You’ll Work

• Shop floor environment: extended standing and working with products.
• Team environment where constant and accurate communication is required.
• Working wearing personal protective equipment 100% of work time.
• Lifting regularly up to 50 lbs without mechanical assistance.

At Argus, our core values are more than just words, they’re a way of life. We have a strong company culture; as we continue to grow, we strive to ensure that our culture remains the same. Our values can be found on the About Us section of our website. Please make sure our core values resonate with you before you apply to work for Argus as they communicate a minimum standard of behavior that you will be held to.

Our core competencies and company benefits information is found on our careers page.