Machine Operator

CRH; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in construction products in Southern Ottawa is seeking experienced Machine Operators for rotating day/night weekend shifts. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, a high school diploma, and a strong mechanical aptitude. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining machinery, following quality protocols, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. Competitive hourly wages range from $25.96 to $29.59, along with benefits like medical insurance and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Group medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Wellness program

Company product discounts

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in the manufacturing industry operating equipment.
• Wielding, mechanics, hydraulic, and pneumatic knowledge will be an asset.
• Shall pass the mechanical aptitude test.

Responsibilities

• Operate Rekers machine and ensure its good functioning.
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Follow quality manual and complete quality reports.

Skills

Mechanics knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatic knowledge

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Responsible and precise

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Operating equipment

Job description

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 for the weekend shift at our Metcalfe plant, Southern Ottawa.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates Rekers machine (dry side) ensure its good functioning.
• Operate the strapping and wrapping machines and ensure its good functioning.
• Operates all the equipment related to the machine.
• Follow quality manual. Complete quality and production reports. Look after the curing of the products to ensure a good curing of product
• Perform set-up changes.
• Performs operations and necessary adjustments for machine start up.
• Programs equipment in accordance to the product requested. Make and save product recipes to optimize product change over.
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in maintenance work
• Participates machine clean-up. Clean up tasks as required, like cleaning Press / Mixer.
• Participates to the Rekers department housekeeping. Keep his work area and toolbox clean.
• Communicates to competent persons any abnormalities or faulty situations in regards to the product, quality, machine, equipment, workplace or other.
• Work as a team
• Wear safety personal protective equipment as required for this position and work safely.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma
• wielding, mechanic, hydraulics and pneumatic knowledge will be an asset.
• At least 2 years experience in the manufacture industry operating equipment.
• Team work oriented, Mechanical aptitude, initiative; responsible, able to react, be precise.
• Shall pass the mechanical aptitude test to validate mechanical aptitude.

Benefits of working at Permacon

• We offer a competitive salary (25.96$/h - 29.59$/h)
• Group medical, dental and vision insurance plan
• We offer a no contribution retirement savings plan.
• An extensive Wellness program for you and your family.
• All the equipment needed for this role is provided: all safety equipment, tools, uniforms and footwear
• Significant discounts for company products
• Career support through reimbursement for professional development and tuition fees
• Work safe incentivesPermacon continuously strives to create a secure, respectful and inclusive work environment.

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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.

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