Machine Operator

AGF Group; London; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AGF Group in London, Ontario is hiring for a manufacturing role focused on operating shearing, bending, and shaping machines. The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, basic math skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing, learn new equipment quickly, and work well in a team while adhering to safety policies and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in manufacturing or similar role.
• Basic math/measurement skills.
• Ability to learn various manufacturing equipment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate shearing, bending, and shaping machines safely.
• Cut rebar to specified lengths and bend to required shapes/angles.
• Ensure correct bar sizes, grades, and tags for each order.
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs of rebar and load into machines.
• Stand to untangle and shake rebar as needed.
• Perform daily pre-use inspections and hazard assessments; report irregularities.
• Wear required PPE at all times and follow safety guards/devices.
• Clean machines/work areas after shutdown and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Comply with AGF Health & Safety policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Basic math skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Willingness to work outdoors

Job description

About the Role - Your main responsibilities will include:

• Safely operate shearing, bending, and shaping machines.
• Cut rebar to specified lengths and bend to required shapes and angles.
• Ensure correct bar sizes, grades, and tags are used for each order.
• Bend to lift and manually load up to 50 pounds rebar into the machines on a regular basis.
• In a standing position, untangle and shake up to 50 pounds of rebar as needed.
• Perform daily pre-use inspections of machinery and tools and daily hazard assessment and immediately report any machinery irregularities.
• Permanently wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid injuries.
• Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from all moving parts and never bypass safety guards or devices.
• Clean machines and work areas after following proper shutdown and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Comply at all times with AGF's Health & Safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You: The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience.

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in manufacturing;
• Basic math/measurement skills (an asset);
• Ability to learn various types of manufacturing equipment;
• Ability to work physically - lift/move up to 50lbs;
• Willingness and capacity to work outside in varying weather conditions, and perform physical work;
• Good communication skills, Multi-tasking and a strong capacity for teamwork.