Production Operator-6

IKO Global; Brampton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in roofing and building materials seeks a dedicated Production Line Operator. In this full-time role, you will be integral to the manufacturing process, ensuring quality standards are met while operating machinery and managing raw materials. This position offers a chance to be part of a team that values integrity and quality, fostering a workplace where your contributions are recognized and rewarded. Join a company that prioritizes your growth and well-being, and be part of a culture that champions teamwork and excellence in every aspect of production.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health care benefits

Progressive workplace

Commitment to teamwork

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in industrial manufacturing or construction preferred.
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery and ensure raw materials are fed properly.
• Conduct quality checks and resolve line stoppages as needed.

Skills

Operating machinery

Quality inspection

Forklift operation

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for running the Production line. This includes operating machinery, ensuring that raw materials are fed properly through the manufacturing process, resolving line stoppages, clearing equipment jams, verifying finished products against quality specifications, and ensuring that products are properly prepared for shipment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to safety policies, programs, procedures.
2. Inspect raw material and finished products per quality specifications.
3. Conduct quality checks at regular intervals.
4. Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with standard work instruction.
5. Operate counterbalance, propane-powered forklift.
6. Enter waste and downtime data into the system.
7. General housekeeping duties.
8. Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial manufacturing or construction industry preferred.
2. Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time.
3. Manual dexterity.
4. Attention to detail.
5. Ability to follow direction and specific instructions.
6. Good communication skills; fluent in English - reading, writing, and speaking.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
2. PPE including hard hat, safety footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves must be worn at all times in the plant operations area.

This is a full-time unionized permanent position.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace, and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.