Machine Operator - Metcalfe, ON

Permacon; Edwards; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading concrete products manufacturer in Ontario is seeking a Machine Operator for rotating day/night shifts. Responsibilities include operating Rekers and other machines, ensuring quality production, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Group medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Wellness program

Career support and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in the manufacturing industry operating equipment.
• Welding, mechanic, hydraulics, and pneumatic knowledge is an asset.
• Shall pass the mechanical aptitude test to validate mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operates Rekers machine and ensures its good functioning.
• Completes quality and production reports.
• Programs equipment according to the product requested.
• Performs preventative maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Initiative

Precision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Rekers machine

Strapping machine

Wrapping machine

Job description

Overview

Job ID: 505614. Permacon, a CRH Company, is a leader and pioneer in the manufacturing of concrete masonry and landscaping products. Permacon is a division of Oldcastle APG and operates 9 plants in Ontario and Quebec. We are currently looking for Machine Operators for rotating day/night shift and for the weekend shift at our Metcalfe plant, Southern Ottawa.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates Rekers machine (dry side) and ensures its good functioning.
• Operates the strapping and wrapping machines and ensures their good functioning.
• Operates all equipment related to the machine.
• Follows quality manual, completes quality and production reports, and looks after the curing of products to ensure proper curing.
• Performs set-up changes and necessary adjustments for machine start-up.
• Programs equipment according to the product requested. Makes and saves product recipes to optimize product changeover.
• Performs preventive maintenance of equipment and participates in maintenance work.
• Participates in machine clean-up and keeps work area and toolbox clean; participates in Rekers department housekeeping.
• Communicates any abnormalities or faulty situations regarding product, quality, machine, equipment, workplace, or other to competent persons.
• Works as a team and wears safety personal protective equipment as required for this position and work safely.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Wielding, mechanic, hydraulics and pneumatic knowledge is an asset.
• At least 2 years of experience in the manufacturing industry operating equipment.
• Teamwork oriented, mechanical aptitude, initiative; responsible, able to react, precise.
• Shall pass the mechanical aptitude test to validate mechanical aptitude.

Benefits Of Working At Permacon

• Competitive salary and group medical, dental and vision insurance plan.
• No contribution retirement savings plan.
• Extensive wellness program for you and your family.
• All equipment, safety gear, tools, uniforms and footwear provided.
• Significant discounts for company products.
• Career support through reimbursement for professional development and tuition fees.
• Work safe incentives.
• Permacon is committed to a secure, respectful and inclusive work environment.

APPLY NOW. Permacon is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse team. We believe in enabling people to work together and realize their full potential. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.