Company Overview:
Van Wasteco Inc. is a leading provider in the plastic pallet manufacturing industry, renowned for our commitment to sustainability and high-quality plastic products. Our dedication to innovation and operational excellence drives us, and we're on the lookout for a reliable and proactive Millwright to join our team. For the right candidate this is a career opportunity with room for growth and advancement.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise the other workers, train new employees and offer them support
- Assign tasks and check the work the other employees did
- Report to Maintenance Manager any damages you are aware of or potential repairs that must be done
- Plan and organize the repairs and installation of new machinery
- Replace and adjust the wearable parts as needed
- Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts
- Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and forklifts
- Test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation
- Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools
- Assemble and install equipment, bolt, weld, rivet, or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools
- Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit
- Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools
- Construct foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, and steel
- Operate lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
- Perform preventive maintenance procedures
- Assist production personnel on processing problems
- Assist maintenance in-charge with mechanical repairs
- Assist with the installation of new equipment
- Follow plant lock-out procedures during repair or servicing
- Report anything that is unsafe or hazardous to maintenance and Plant Manager immediately
- Other duties as assigned
SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
- Must be well organized and efficient in performing all assigned tasks.
- Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety in the workplace.
- Good rigging skills and forklift driving skills.
- Self-motivated with results driven approach.
- Problem solving skills.
- Focused with good attention to detail and quality.
- Safety behaviors, work ethic and initiative.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Two to three years of work experience in industrial maintenance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good rigging skills and forklift driving skills
- Language of work: Fluent written and verbal English
What we offer
- Anniversary gift cards
- Company events: free coffee, barbecues
- Full-Time and Long-Term Employment
- Group Benefits (such as Dental & Healthcare) and RRSP's after 3 months
- Employee personal and professional development
- Strong HR support
- Extra pay for First aid level 1 or 2
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00-$45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
