Operator (Roll Cover Application Worker)

Voith GmbH Group; Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 38,517 - 45,309; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Wage: 27.96–32.89 CAD per hour

Day shift: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tools provided

On-the-job training

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Telemedicine & EAP

Public holidays included

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Voith Group in Hawkesbury, Ontario, is seeking an Operator (Roll Cover Application Worker) to support production of high-precision roll covers for paper machine rolls. The role involves handling rubber compounds, operating extrusion setups, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, loading materials, performing quality checks, and maintaining a clean work area. A pre-employment medical exam is required and bilingual EN/FR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in hands-on work.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry for machine programs and production records.

Responsibilities

• Clean roll journals and remove contaminants.
• Inspect journals for wear or damage and report issues.
• Set up extruder supports and mount rolls in the chuck.
• Position, align, level, and secure rolls in the chuck.
• Inspect blasted surfaces for defects and finish.
• Prepare bonding cement per specifications.
• Set up the extruder controls and temperature settings.
• Load rubber into the extruder and apply rubber to rolls.
• Conduct quality checks during production.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Bilingual EN/FR

Attention to detail

Imperial measurements

Shift flexibility

Job description

Operator (Roll Cover Application Worker) Job Description

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Join our Voith Paper team! We are currently searching talents for the position of:

Operator (Roll Cover Application Worker)

Hawkesbury, On

About Voith Paper:

Voith Paper is the full-line supplier to the paper industry, offering the broadest portfolio of technologies, products, services, and components available on the market. We provide paper manufacturers with complete solutions from a single source. Through continuous innovation, we help our customers advance papermaking while supporting sustainable, resource-efficient production.

In Canada, our Hawkesbury, Ontario facility has been operating since 1985. Our team specializes in the manufacturing and maintenance of high-precision roll covers for paper machine rolls. These steel rolls, weighing up to 50 tons, play a critical role in the papermaking process and require exceptional precision and craftsmanship.

Summary:

Under the general direction of the Rubber Supervisor, the incumbent performs a variety of production operations, including handling compounded rubber, mixing rubber compounds, removing compounded rubber from the mill, cutting compounded rubber, applying cement, setting up roll supports, protecting journals, setting up the steam generator, configuring computer programs, and loading and unloading the pressure vessel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean roll journals to remove dust, grease, and contaminants using appropriate cleaning agents.
• Inspect journals for scoring, wear, or damage and report any irregularities to the Production Supervisor.
• Set up extruder supports according to the roll diameter and face length.
• Position, align, level, and securely mount rolls in the chuck.
• Inspect blasted surfaces to verify proper finish and identify any defects.
• Prepare bonding cement according to the job traveler or roll construction specifications.
• Establish lead for base application when required.
• Set up the extruder using the appropriate die and temperature settings for each control zone.
• Load rubber into the extruder.
• Apply rubber to the roll by extruding a continuous rubber ribbon.
• Perform quality checks throughout the production process.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience is an asset but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in hands-on work.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry for machine programs and production records.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to read and work with the imperial measurement system.
• Flexible and available to work rotating day and afternoon shifts.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination is required.

Why Join Voith?

At Voith Paper, we foster a safe, clean, and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for training and career development. Since 2022, the Voith Group has operated climate-neutrally across all global locations, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability.

What We Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position
• Entry wage of 27.96$, upto 32.89$/hour according to collective agreement
• Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• All required tools provided
• Paid on-the-job training
• Comprehensive group insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability) available after the probationary period, with 80% of premiums paid by Voith
• Long-term disability insurance available after the probationary period (employee-paid premium)
• Retirement savings plan with employer base contribution and matching program after the probationary period
• Free and confidential Telemedicine services and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families after the probationary period
• 11 paid statutory and floating holidays annually
• A clean, safety-focused workplace with a team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for growth within a global leader in the paper industry