New Graduate Opportunities - Machine/ Forklift Operators

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their dynamic team in a manufacturing environment. The role involves operating high-speed production and packaging equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or a college diploma in a related technical field, with a strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for growth and development within the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to safety and excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan

Employee & family assistance programs

RRSP matching program

Plant bonus potential

Health & wellness reimbursements

Product purchase program

Uniform allowance

Job related training and development opportunities

Growth and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• High school grad or college diploma in a related technical field required.
• Mechanical aptitude and safety awareness are crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed production and packaging equipment safely.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshoot production lines.
• Maintain and adjust equipment based on production runs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Effective interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

College diploma in a related technical field

Job description

What We Offer
Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

1. Starting wage of $33.663/hour with opportunity to progress
2. Night shift and Sunday premiums
3. A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
4. Employee & family assistance programs
5. RRSP matching program
6. Plant bonus potential
7. Health & wellness reimbursements
8. Product purchase program
9. Uniform allowance
10. Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
11. Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies

Qualifications

1. High school grad or college diploma in a related technical field
2. Mechanical aptitude to work in manufacturing environment would be considered an asset
3. Ability to work rotating shifts (days/nights/weekend)
4. Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
5. High degree of attention to detail; organized and have demonstrated the ability to multi-task
6. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills (verbal and written)
7. High degree of safety awareness

Responsibilities

1. Operate high speed production and packaging equipment and technology safely
2. Perform diagnostics / troubleshooting duties of various production and packaging lines
3. Maintain, monitor, and/or adjust equipment and technology based on the production runs and quality standards
4. Handle and feed a variety of raw materials into machinery and equipment in an effort to maintain production runs
5. Work closely with maintenance and logistics and use sound judgement when working with a team and other departments
6. Perform all of the above duties safely and respect high health and safety standards, perform general housekeeping duties on assigned production and packaging lines in an effort to support safety standards
7. All other related duties as assigned