Manufacturing Labourer – Truss (Leduc)

Starbuildingcalgary; City of Leduc, Nisku; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Labourer to join their dynamic team in Leduc. This role involves performing essential carpentry tasks, assembling trusses, and ensuring the cleanliness of the production area. With a commitment to safety and teamwork, you will operate various tools and equipment while contributing to the success of a company renowned for its innovative approach to engineered wood products. Enjoy flexible scheduling with opportunities for full-time hours as production demands increase. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to grow their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Benefit Packages

Company Matching RRSP/DPSP Program

Employee Home Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 3 months of general labour experience preferred, training provided.
• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic carpentry tasks and assemble trusses.
• Operate forklifts to move goods and supply production area.

Skills

General Labour

Attention to Detail

Hand-Eye Coordination

Situational Awareness

Education

Completion of Middle School

Tools

Nail Guns

Saws

Banding Machines

Forklifts

Job description

Manufacturing Labourer – Truss (Leduc) Star Calgary 2025-03-24T10:38:48-05:00

Now Hiring – Manufacturing Labourer, Truss (Leduc)

Title: Manufacturing Labourer (part time to full time)

Location: currently at 4507-61 Ave Leduc, AB however we will be relocating by year end to 3735-8th Street Nisku, AB

Hours: Daytime shifts, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. You must be able to work at least 24 hours a week to start with gradual movement to FT when business requires based on the Truss production schedule, which is provided to employees one week in advance. Our business is open 7 days/week (Monday to Sunday) and requires flexibility to schedule daytime shifts, on different days of the week.

Training will be provided.

At Star Building Materials, our people make the difference.
We offer an exciting place to build your career with competitive compensation and benefit packages, company matching RRSP/DPSP program, employee home purchase program and employee discounts.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, as the Manufacturing Labourer you perform general labour and provide support to the Production team while ensuring cleanliness and organization of the plant.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Completing basic carpentry tasks, assembling trusses, and properly securing materials. Inspecting finished shipping packages for accuracy and quality.
• Ensuring wood is cut according to specified dimensions and angles.
• Examining work orders to determine equipment set up and procedures to be used.
• Building and stacking pony walls on skids and banding bundles with steel strapping.
• Operating diesel, electric or propane powered forklifts to safely move goods. Supplying production area with feedstock materials.
• Inspecting and maintaining equipment, and reporting any major mechanical problems.
• Working safely and complying with Qualico’s Safety Program and relevant safety regulations.
• Providing support to other projects or duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements

• Completion of middle school, must be able to read and write and perform basic math.
• Minimum 3 months of general labour, manufacturing or construction-related experience, but training will be provided.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
• Attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination and situational awareness of physical work environment.
• Comfortable and able to frequently kneel and crouch as well as lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing 40 lbs.
• Available to work 24 hours per week based on the Truss production schedule, daytime shifts, various days of the week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using a variety of tools such as nail guns, saws and banding machines, is preferred.
• Previous forklift experience is an asset.

What We Value

• Creating trusting and successful working relationships.
• Setting clear, measurable and achievable goals.
• Cooperating with team members in an open, positive and respectful manner.
• Staying current with technical job skills.
• Taking responsibility for the outcomes of decisions and actions.

Work Conditions

You primarily work outside. Work has exposure to noise from equipment/machinery and occupational hazards as well as dealing with inclement weather and dust. Overtime may occasionally be required.

About Us

Star Building Materials has a reputation as leading Roof Truss and Engineered Wood specialists within the industry, built on workmanship and innovative approach to design solutions.

With over 40 years of experience operating from a modern 22,000 square foot production facility supplying roof trusses, open web floor trusses and engineered wood products for use on residential, multi-family, commercial and agricultural buildings.

Qualico welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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