Production Worker - General Helper
What You’ll Do:
General Helper is a production worker within our steel manufacturing facility who supports the wider site operations and senior Machine Operators producing high quality wire and wire products. The role reports to the Production Managers or designate and requires membership in the Teamsters Union, Local 213.
Examples of Duties
Operation of production machinery
Operation of an overhead crane and forklift
Assisting senior Machine Operators at assigned workstations (i.e. lifting/moving product up to 50 lbs.)
Warehouse/manufacturing work (i.e. moving up and down stairs, bending, lifting, and carrying items)
Production department housekeeping (i.e. sweeping, machine cleaning, shoveling, painting, vacuuming, etc.)
Participate in all site specific training as required
Perform other related duties to support the overall success of the operation
What's In It For You
Job Stability with a longstanding Company
Guaranteed Hours
Competitive Wages
Opportunity for Overtime
Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)
Retirement - Matching RRSP
Endless Learning Opportunities (Tuition Reimbursement Program)
Safety Footwear Reimbursement
Exciting Company Social Events
Compensation & Shift Rotation
The position rate of pay is up to $24.03/hr including base pay ($23.33/hr), afternoon shift premium ($0.65/hr), night shift premium ($0.70/hr) where applicable. This role is a stepping stone to a Machine Operator with a base pay of $31.34/hr.
Hours of Work
2 weeks rotation:
Week 1 & 2: Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 6:00AM -2:30PM
Week 3 & 4: Night Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:30PM-10:30PM
Week 5 & 6: Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 10:30pm – 6:00AM
Why Tree Island?
Our Culture is based on the Core Values:
Safety & Efficiency
Resiliency & Adaptability
Problem Solving & Lifelong Learning
Safety is our # 1 priority
Safety & Service Recognition Awards
What You’ll Bring:
Able to move up and down stairs, bend, lift (up to 50lbs), carry items, push and pull, grip, etc.
Able to follow all safe work practices
Must have CSA approved steel-toed safety boots with non-slip sole
Mechanically inclined
Able to follow direction
Good written and verbal communication skills
Access to a readily available vehicle is preferred
Previous manufacturing experience in an industrial environment is considered an asset
Sit down counterbalance (SDCB) forklift experience is considered an asset
Overhead crane experience is considered an asset
Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) is considered an asset