Machine Operator

MacLean Engineering; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in underground mining equipment is seeking a Machine Operator for their Owen Sound facility. The role involves operating metalworking machinery, ensuring quality standards, and contributing to a safe work environment. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, flexible, and have a positive attitude. Competitive wages and benefits are offered, including vacation, overtime pay, and a safety shoe allowance.

Benefits

3 weeks' vacation annually

Paid sick and family emergency time

Paid overtime after 40 hours worked

$1.50 per hour shift premium for Afternoon Shift

Paid lunch break for 10- and 12-hour shifts

Flexible Group benefits Package

Voluntary DPSP and GRRSP

Annual Employee Bonus

$250 Annual Safety Shoe allowance

Company Paid Uniforms

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year related work experience preferred.
• Ability to operate metalworking machines and material handling devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic metal working machinery to perform machining operations.
• Check products for correct shapes and dimensions.
• Document Engineering Change Requests under supervision.

Skills

Team oriented

Detail oriented

Organized

Flexible

Willing to learn

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education in related discipline

Job description

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POSITION TITLE: Machine Operator

LOCATION: Owen Sound, Ontario

SHIFTS: Afternoon Shift (Monday to Thursday 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.)

MacLean Engineering is looking for skilled and experiencedMachine Operatorto join our growing team in Owen Sound, Ontario This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team. If you are looking to be challenged, valued, and rewarded with a competitive compensation package in a dynamic work environment, this position is for you!

About the Position: TheMachine Operator is responsible for operating basic metal working machinery to perform machining operations on ferrous and nonferrous metals and plastic parts, weldments, or assemblies to engineering specifications in compliance with all MEMCO policies and procedures. This position requires the following proficiencies:

• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, or follow verbal instructions of Lead Hand or Supervisor with minimal supervision.

• Set up and operate one or more metalworking machines such as; band saw, burn table, brake press, and computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment.
• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications.
• Operate material handling devices such as; overhead crane, gantry crane, and forklift in compliance with applicable safety standards and best practices. Material handling includes safe rigging and transportation of various loads.
• Document Engineering Change Requests according to applicable procedures under direction of Supervisor.
• Adopt and practice good housekeeping, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Basic operations on manual machines with supervision.
• Able to layout parts to specification.
• Abide by all applicable regulatory and company-specific safety standards.
• Abide by ISO 9001 Quality Management System and associated procedures.
• Contribute to continual improvement of safety, quality, product, production, work environment.
• Willing to cross-train in other departments as needed on a temporary basis.

About You: The successful candidate(s) must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion
• Some post-secondary education in a related discipline or skilled trade education is preferred
• One (1) + year related work experience is preferred

About Us: MacLean Engineering has been a leading innovator of underground mining equipment solutions for over 50 years. As we continue to expand our product range and geographic footprint, we remain privately owned and consistently focused on the Company’s founder’s original engineered design imperatives – safety, productivity and enduring quality. MacLean Engineering has four manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, and Mexico. Our workforce is comprised of various skilled trades working together in a safety and quality-oriented environment to produce components and equipment to the underground mining industry, as well as the municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually.
• Paid sick and family emergency time.
• Paid overtime after 40 hours worked.
• $1.50 per hour shift premium for Afternoon and Weekend Shift employees
• Weekend Shift employees are eligible to be compensated for 40 hours when full 36 hours worked.
• Paid lunch break for employees working 10- and 12-hour shifts.
• Free coffee!
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• $250 Annual Safety Shoe allowance
• $200 Prescription Safety Glasses allowance every 24 months
• Company Paid Uniforms
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ’s and much more

If you are interested in being a part of an established and growing Canadian Company, we want to hear from you!

Positions are for the following shifts:

☒ Afternoon Shift, Monday to Thursday 4:00pm – 2:00am (4×10 hour shifts)

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.