Overview
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” The company provides an opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
- All work must be performed in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with Company policy, local, provincial and / or federal rules and regulations and the Collective Agreement;
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed;
- Awareness and understanding of Environmental Policy (ISO 14001) and Quality Policy (TS 16949) guidelines and how the position’s responsibilities impacts on environment and quality;
- Shows leadership to the workforce by decision-making, motivational efforts, fairness and consistency so that employees are aware of their performance and importance in the department;
- Ensures personnel performing work affecting product quality are competent on the basis of ongoing training, appropriate education, skills and experience;
- Performs other duties as required by Manager / Supervisor to keep pace with changes in the scope of work.
Specific Responsibilities
- Reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and can be directed by Maintenance and operation supervisors;
- Responsible for keeping equipment safe and reporting any unsafe practices;
- Completes assigned work in a timely manner;
- Responsible for troubleshooting, assessing and rectifying breakdowns;
- Shows initiative in the constant improvement of process and safety;
- Responsible for the preventative maintenance on assigned equipment;
- Keeps work areas clean and safe;
- Records time and specifics in the maintenance log book and starts / ends downtime in the production system;
- Has hydraulic experience and is able to troubleshoot hydraulic systems;
- Reads and deciphers blueprints pertaining to equipment and building;
- Reports issues identified on equipment pertaining to electrical or mechanical matters unless within scope;
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent
- Must possess a 433A license in Ontario
Experience and Training
- Must possess valid forklift with propane handling certification;
- Certified crane operation;
- Must successfully complete lock-out and fall arrest training;
- Must successfully complete aerial lift training;
- Recommended : WHMIS
Skills & Competencies
- Good communication (read and comprehend instructions);
- Organizational and dexterity skills;
- Attention to detail;
- Computer skills;
- Ability to read mechanical, hydraulic and architectural schematics;
- Proficient mechanical background;
- Problem solving skills;
- Knowledge of components and materials used in the production process.
Benefits and Programs
- Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance;
- RRSP retirement savings plan;
- Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs, and tuition reimbursement;
- Paid holidays and vacation time;
Other
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA. Winner of Forbes 2024 Canada's Best Employers Award.