Production Operator - Lake Erie Works

Stelco; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stelco in Nanticoke, Ontario, is seeking a Production Operator to support plant operations and handle materials, using equipment like cranes and forklifts. The role involves general labour tasks such as lifting, climbing, and working in tight spaces, with a strong focus on safety and PPE compliance.

Candidates should have 2+ years in an industrial setting, a high school diploma or higher, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or post-secondary degree.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support operations of the plant’s producing units.
• Operate equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, tractors and heavy machinery.
• Adhere to safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.
• Work in a heavy industrial environment within a unionized setting.

Skills

Industrial experience

Temperature tolerance

Reaction time

Static strength

Trunk strength

Dynamic strength

Agility

Manual dexterity

2+ years in manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

With a legacy that spans over 100 years, Stelco is a company that has grown along with Canada and its global partners. We understand that twenty-first century competition demands the highest quality products, period. So, Stelco is bringing together the people, technology, and unmatched market knowledge to, once again, take on that challenge from here at home.

Production Operator

Reports to: Area Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Nanticoke, Ontario

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

About the role

This position requires individuals to perform tasks that support operations of the Plants' various producing units and works with materials and equipment to handle, transport and process product and material. Successful applicants are able to perform general labour work such as shoveling, lifting, climbing and working in small spaces. The job requires the ability to operate equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, tractors, and heavy equipment. This is an existing vacancy.

Safe production is a core value of our organization. All work must be performed in accordance with established safety procedures and guidelines. This includes the mandatory use of company‑issued personal protective equipment such as hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, respirators, flame‑resistant clothing, and safety footwear with metatarsal protection throughout the work shift. This is an existing vacancy.

Job Requirements

• Work within a heavy industrial environment and you may be required to work within various areas of the facility
• Depending on the area of work, the environmental conditions may be hot, cold, dirty, wet, and/or noisy
• Safety is our highest priority, and safety procedures and guidelines must be adhered to at all times. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, respirators, flame retardant clothing and safety shoes with metatarsal protection at all times during a work shift.
• Employees work in a Unionized, highly industrial setting

Job Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• A high school diploma or a post-secondary degree
• A valid driver's license and vehicle is required to work at this facility

Job Skills and Knowledge

• Temperature Tolerance: The ability to withstand extreme temperatures
• Reaction Time: The ability to quickly respond to process upsets;
• Static Strength: The ability to exert significant muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects
• Trunk Strength: The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time, including bending and stooping
• Dynamic Strength: The ability to exert muscle force at intervals throughout a work shift. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue
• Agility: The ability to negotiate different areas of the plant, including climbing stairs and ladders, and moving around barriers
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to quickly move and react

Work Environment

• The job is within a heavy industrial environment, and you may be required to work within various areas of the facility. Depending on the area you work in, the environmental conditions may be hot, cold, dirty, dusty, wet or noisy
• Safety is our highest priority, and safety procedures and guidelines must be adhered to at all times. This includes wearing personal protective equipment, such as hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, respirators, flame retardant clothing and safety shoes with metatarsal protection at all times during a work shift
• Employees work in a unionized, highly industrial setting
• Our Lake Erie facility operates 24 hours per day, 365 days a year with varying hours of work including 8- and 12-hour rotating shifts;
• This means that you may be required to work different days of the week each time you rotate shifts. In other words, you may be required to work Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
• The position requires you to work overtime as needed
• Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team environment

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Stelco is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Among other tools and resources, we use AI-based tools to assist us in screening applicants for interviews for this position.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Due to the volume of applications received, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.