Production Operator - Shipping/Receiving

AGS Automotive Systems; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 3,334,000 - 3,361,000; Full time

Job summary

AGS Automotive Systems in Canada is seeking a Production Operator in Shipping/Receiving. You will receive materials, document shipments, inspect, weigh, label, and load parts, and ensure accuracy with packing slips.

You will operate a crane and forklift, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with other departments. Minimum one year manufacturing experience and English literacy required; base rate CAD 23.30/hr plus shift premiums for afternoon/night shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to read and write English

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Procedures and Instructions.
• Record each container type, part number, count and weight on loading sheets.
• Load parts on trailer and complete startup/closing paperwork.
• Verify packing slips and purchase orders for required material.
• Enter packing slip data into the computer system.
• Maintain safe, tidy work area and adhere to OHSA standards.

Skills

Crane operation

Inventory control

Documentation

English literacy

Tools

Crane operation

Job description

AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including in particular front and rear impact assemblies, principally for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers full range of in-house capabilities including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, light weighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high performance coatings including chrome plating and automated manufacturing processes.

AGS is committed to delivering high quality, high value products to our customers, who include several of North America's largest automakers. For over 70 years AGS has stood behind our belief in quality, technology, and teamwork.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Reporting to the Shipping / Receiving Supervisor, the Shipper/Receiver is responsible for, but not limited to, receive incoming material from suppliers and ship parts to customers. Ensures Shipping/Receiving documentation is completed.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Adheres to Procedures and Instructions.
• Check lift truck at start of each shift using the driver's daily checklist inspection form. Report malfunctions or repair items to supervisor.
• Locate parts to be shipped, ensure they are approved by final audit, weigh count if not previously complete and tag container to specifications.
• Record each container type, part number, count and weight on truck loading sheet. Total weights and counts when complete.
• Load parts on trailer, when loaded, complete and initial loading sheets and return to the shipping office.
• Check packing slip in-coming material against purchase order to ensure material is required.
• Enter information from packing slips into computer system.
• Unload trucks as required ensuring product type and counts are as stated on packing slip. Place product in designated area. Stamp date and sign inbound packing slip. Make out substitute packing slip if no packing slip available. Note and record any damage to goods when received.
• Use crane to unload and load trailers (steel, dies, etc.)
• Must ensure that trailers are properly chocked prior to loading/unloading. Complete and distribute related paperwork.
• Place product into inventory as required. Inventory of stock to be taken as required.
• Deliver received goods to various departments & persons.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work area at all times. Be fully knowledgeable with safe work practices and adhere to same.
• Completes shipping / receiving documentation accurately and legibly. Make out reports as required.
• Ensure the standards of Section 28 of the OHSA are met.
• Perform any other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of one year experience in a manufacturing facility.

Ability to read and write English

Rate of Pay:

Production Operator base rate: $19.50/hr plus skillset rate (while in training and fully trained): +$3.80/hr = $23.30/hr

Shift premiums: +$0.90/hr (afternoon shift); +$1.10/hr (night shift).

Accessibility:

AGS Automotive Systems is proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. At AGS we are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request by contacting AGS Human Resources [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity:

As an equal opportunity employer, and in accordance with all applicable legislation, the Company prohibits any form of harassment or discrimination in the workplace. This applies to all aspects of employment. All employees must be treated equally without discrimination based on matters such as race, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, or disability.