PRODUCTION OPERATOR
Black Cat Wear Parts is a family-oriented, entrepreneurial spirited organization that believes “fundamentally everyone comes to work to do a good job.” It is with that in mind that our Edmonton, AB facility is currently seeking Production Operators who are safety conscious and have a strong work ethic to join our manufacturing team.
NOTE: Black Cat has the potential to run its operation 7 days a week and therefore candidates must have a flexible schedule in order to be considered.
Black Cat currently has production position available in the following departments:
- Heat Treat: 8- hour shifts (Afternoon Shift Monday- Friday - 3:00pm-11:00pm)
- CNC: 8-hours shifts (Afternoon Shift Monday- Friday- 3:30pm-11:30pm) 12-hour shift (Friday-Sunday- 7am-7pm)
- Cutting: 8-hour shifts (Afternoon Shift Monday- Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm)
Job Overview:
Black Cat is a global manufacturer and supplier of ground engaging wear parts (blades, teeth & adapters) for the construction, mining and road maintenance industries.
Under general supervision, Production Operators are primarily responsible for carrying out the assigned plant production schedules in order to meet external customer requirements.
Depending on your assigned department, operators will learn the correct methods, practices and in-house procedures for cutting and heat-treating products.
Main Responsibilities:
- Accountable for ensuring the proper handling, care and processing of customer products
- Comply with all safety rules, regulations and procedures
- Operate machines according to programs and in conjunction with work orders
- Verify work orders and conduct first-off inspections
- Ensure the safe and efficient use of the work area and all equipment
- Comply with all applicable ISO procedures to produce quality work and identify non-conforming product
- Maintain a high degree of organization and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate respectfully and professionally with all levels within the shop and office
- Ability to complete work carefully and on-time
- Inspect and clean work area daily
- Assist in other areas of the shop as directed
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Experience working in a manufacturing or shop environment (1 year min)
- Basic math skills with the ability to read a tape measure
- Safety & Quality conscious
- Proven reliability and punctuality
- Willingness to learn & motivated to succeed
- Team oriented
- Strong communicator
Qualifications that may be considered an asset:
- Operation of forklifts and overhead cranes
- Understanding of blueprints, geometric tolerances and metallurgy
- Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement
Working Conditions:
- Shop environment, working with various machines, equipment and hand tools
- Moderately physical work; ability to lift up to 80 pounds
- Long periods of standing, noise and high temperatures
- PPE is required on the shop floor at all times (Ear/Eye protection & Steel-toed boots)
Please note that this is a safety-sensitive position and therefore qualified candidates will be required to complete drug/alcohol testing in accordance with our Fitness for Duty policy. Qualified candidates will also be required to complete additional pre-employment testing.
We offer a compensation package which includes competitive wages and shift premiums (where applicable). Black Cat promotes, encourages and recognizes numerous other incentive/reward programs throughout its organization such as perfect attendance and first aid premiums. Additional benefits include a Group Benefits plan that includes a Health Spending Account, virtual health care and a matched RRSP program.
Black Cat also offers paid vacation time off, paid personal leave, boot allowances and other perks and privileges. Social and team building events such as Safety Week, Family BBQs and holiday parties make Black Cat a fun and ideal place to work.
We appreciate the interest of all that apply however only qualified candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB T6B 3C3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Production: 1 year (preferred)
- Machine Operation: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
