Machine Operator - Metcalfe (Ottawa)

CRH Canada; Edwards; On-site; CAD 33,629 - 47,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Disability (STD/LTD)

Medical/dental/vision plan

Vacation

Retirement plan

EFAP

Employee discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Permacon is currently seeking a Machine Operator for rotating day/night shifts and weekend shifts at our Metcalfe plant in southern Ottawa, Ontario. The role involves operating the Rekers machine on the dry side, setting up equipment, and ensuring product quality through proper curing and documentation.

You will work as part of a team, follow safety protocols, and participate in maintenance and housekeeping tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Wielding, mechanic, hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge is an asset.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the manufacturing industry operating equipment.
• Team work oriented, mechanical aptitude and initiative.
• Must pass the mechanical aptitude test to validate aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operates Rekers machine (dry side) and ensures its proper functioning.
• Operates strapping and wrapping machines and ensures proper functioning.
• Operates all equipment related to the machine.
• Follows quality manual; completes quality and production reports; oversees curing of products.
• Performs set-up changes and adjustments for machine start up.

Skills

Team work oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Initiative

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hydraulic & pneumatic knowledge

Job description

Job ID: 526762

Permacon is a leading North American manufacturer of concrete products serving the landscaping and masonry markets. The company operates 8 production facilities across Quebec and Ontario and employs more than 250 people throughout its various sites. Permacon is a division of Oldcastle® Architectural.

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator for both rotating day/night shift and for the weekend shift at our Metcalfe plant in southern Ottawa, located at 6860 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K0A 2P0.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates Rekers machine (dry side) and ensure its good functioning;
• Operate the strapping and wrapping machines and ensure its good functioning;
• Operate all the equipment related to the machine;
• Follow quality manual. Complete quality and production reports. Look after the curing of the products to ensure good curing of products;
• Perform set-up changes;
• Perform operations and necessary adjustments for machine start up;
• Programs equipment in accordance with the product requested. Make and save product recipes to optimize product change over;
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment;
• Participate in maintenance work;
• Participate in machine clean-up. Clean up tasks as required, like cleaning Press / Mixer;
• Participate in the Rekers department housekeeping. Keep his work area and toolbox clean;
• Communicate to competent people any abnormalities or faulty situations regarding 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.

Qualifications And Job Requirements

• High school diploma;
• Wielding, mechanic, hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge will be an asset;
• At least 2 years’ experience in the manufacturing 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;

Job Compensation/Benefits

• An hourly rate of 29.59 $;
• Employee life insurance;
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability;
• Medical, dental and vision care plan paid by the Company;
• Vacation time;
• Retirement saving plan;
• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Significant discounts for company products;
• Opportunity to build a career and progress in the company.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy

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. Permacon continuously strives to create a secure, respectful and inclusive work environment.

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