Machine Operator - Barbwire

Tree Island Steel; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A steel manufacturing company in Richmond seeks a Barbwire Operator responsible for setting up machines and ensuring that high-quality wire products are produced. The role requires mechanical skills and the ability to follow safety practices. You will work a rotational shift pattern and may need to move finished products. The position offers competitive wages, job stability, and learning opportunities, making it an excellent workplace for those interested in manufacturing.

Benefits

Job Stability

Competitive Wages

Opportunity for Overtime

Retirement - Matching RRSP

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Footwear Reimbursement

Exciting Company Social Events

Qualifications

• Must have CSA approved steel-toed safety boots with non-slip sole.
• Able to follow directions and all safe work practices.
• Access to a readily available vehicle is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set-up the barb wire machines according to specifications.
• Make adjustments to ensure quality and productivity.
• Identify and rectify any machine problems.
• Responsible for verifying the quality of the product being produced.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Previous manufacturing experience

Sit down counterbalance forklift experience

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Tree Island Steel, 3933 Boundary Road, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Tree Island Steel Ltd. (“Tree Island Steel” or the “Company”) is a publicly listed company whose shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol TSL. Headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, since 1964, Tree Island Steel, through its three operating facilities in Canada and the United States, produces wire products for a diverse range of industrial, residential construction, commercial construction, agricultural, and specialty applications. Its products include bright wire; a broad array of fasteners, including packaged, collated and bulk nails; stucco reinforcing products; concrete reinforcing mesh; fencing and other fabricated wire products. The Company markets these products under the Tree Island®, Halsteel®, True-Spec®, K-Lath®, TI-Wire® and Tough Strand® brand names. Tree Island Steel operates in Canada under Tree Island Industries Ltd and in the United States under Tree Island Wire (USA) Inc.

What You’ll Do

Barbwire Operator is a production worker within our steel manufacturing facility who has an important role in producing high quality wire products . The role reports to the Department Production Managers or designate and requires membership in the Teamsters Union, Local 213.

Examples of Duties

• Set‑up the barb wire machines according to specifications which includes making adjustments to the spacing between barbs, the number of barbs, the length of wire required for each reel, various gauges and coatings.
• Make all necessary adjustments to ensure quality and productivity.
• Identify and rectify any machine problems.
• Responsible for providing verification of the quality of the product being produced and the accurate recording of production.
• Move finished product to the designated areas as required.
• Perform other duties as required

What’s In It For You

• Job Stability with a longstanding Company
• Competitive Wages
• Opportunity for Overtime
• Retirement - Matching RRSP
• Endless Learning Opportunities (Tuition Reimbursement Program)
• Safety Footwear Reimbursement
• Exciting Company Social Events

Compensation & Shift Rotation

The position rate of pay is up to $32.04/hr including base pay ($31.34/hr), afternoon shift premium ($0.65/hr), night shift premium ($0.70/hr) where applicable.

Hours of Work

Week 1 & 2: Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 6:00AM -2:30PM

Week 3 & 4: Night Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:30PM-10:30PM

Week 5 & 6: Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 10:30pm – 6:00AM

Why Tree Island?

• Our Culture is based on the Core Values:
• Safety & Efficiency
• Problem Solving & Lifelong Learning
• Safety is our # 1 priority
• Safety & Service Recognition Awards

What You’ll Bring

• Able to move up and down stairs, bend, lift (up to 50lbs), carry items, push and pull, grip, etc.
• Able to follow directions and all safe work practices
• Must have CSA approved steel-toed safety boots with non-slip sole
• Mechanically inclined
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Access to a readily available vehicle is preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience in an industrial environment is considered an asset
• Sit down counterbalance (SDCB)forklift experience is considered an asset
• Overhead crane experience is considered an asset
• Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) is considered an asset

Tree Island Steel, 3933 Boundary Road, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada