Summer students

USG; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of building materials is seeking summer students for their plant in Hagersville, Ontario. Candidates will work across various departments including Board, Supply Chain, and Quality. Responsibilities include assisting with daily operations and maintenance tasks. Applicants should be graduating high school and planning to attend college or university. The position offers an hourly wage of $22, with opportunities for learning and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must graduate from high school and enroll in college or university in September.
• Ability to work night shifts and weekends on a rotating basis.
• Emphasizes safety and quality in daily work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operations in various departments including Board, Supply Chain, and Quality.
• Assist in maintenance duties and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Bag wallboard for distribution and prepare railcars for loading.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork ability

Excellent communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products and people to build walls, ceilings and careers.

Position

CGC Inc. is currently hiring summer students for our gypsum plant, based in Hagersville, Ontario, for the following departments: Board, Supply Chain, Mill, Joint Treatment, Quality, and General Plant Services.

Responsibilities

• Board: Under the guidance of the Board Foreman, the Summer Student will conduct the daily operations of the Board Line. They may train as a Paperwell Operator, Mixer operator, Knife Operator, and Take Off Operator.
• Supply Chain: Under the guidance of the Supply Chain Supervisor, the Summer Student will work in the rail car loading area assisting the crew by bagging wallboard for distribution and preparing railcars to be loaded.
• Mill: Under the guidance of the Mill Supervisor, the Summer Student will conduct the daily operations of the Mill. They may train in the sink float area and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Joint Treatment: Under the guidance of the Joint Treatment Supervisor, the Summer Student will conduct the daily operations of Ready Mix, Dry-Joint and Textone lines.
• Quality: Under the guidance of the Quality Supervisor, the Summer Student will conduct the daily job functions in one of the various positions within the Quality department. The student will perform accurate product testing as outlined in the department procedural manuals.
• General Plant Services: Under the guidance of the GPS Supervisor, the Summer Student will perform maintenance duties such as landscaping (cut and trim grass), painting, small housekeeping tasks, janitorial support, and small maintenance jobs.

Requirements

• Candidates who are graduating from high school and going to college or university in September will have to provide proof of their enrollment to the program of study from the college or university.
• Candidates returning to college or university in the fall will be required to show proof of enrollment.
• Ability to work night shifts and weekends on a rotating basis.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and the ability to work as a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be a people and results-oriented individual who incorporates and emphasizes safety and quality in all aspects of the daily work.

Hourly wage: $22.00

*Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

At CGC Inc. we go the distance to provide The Better Way. Delivering building solutions for customers worldwide is our goal. Relationships are our foundation. Integrity, Dependability and Innovation are the standards by which we live.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

CGC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with CGC, Inc. in accordance with Federal and provincial laws. Information regarding applicant accessibility may be found on the Accessibility section of our website.