COMPANY BACKGROUND

Tree Island Steel Ltd. (“Tree Island Steel” or the “Company”) is a publicly listed company whose shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol TSL. Headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, since 1964, Tree Island Steel, through its three operating facilities in Canada and the United States, produces wire products for a diverse range of industrial, residential construction, commercial construction, agricultural, and specialty applications. Its products include bright wire; a broad array of fasteners, including packaged, collated and bulk nails; stucco reinforcing products; concrete reinforcing mesh; fencing and other fabricated wire products. The Company markets these products under the Tree Island®, Halsteel®, True-Spec®, K-Lath®, TI-Wire® and Tough Strand® brand names. Tree Island Steel operates in Canada under Tree Island Industries Ltd and in the United States under Tree Island Wire (USA) Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of a Production Worker (member of the USW Local 360 union) is crucial in the manufacturing process, where they assist Machine Operators in various tasks. Their responsibilities include verifying the quality of products, ensuring that safety protocols are followed, and providing support in the operation of machinery. This position has above-average physical demands and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Their contribution is vital in upholding the standards of production and efficiency within the industry. This role is a stepping stone to a Machine Operator with a base pay of $31.38 per hour.

COMPENSATION & SHIFT ROTATION

• Position rate of pay: $23.19 per hour
• Night Shift Premium: $1.25/hour
• Hiring bonus $1,000 ($500 after probation, $500 after six months)
• Production Incentive
• 12-hour rotating shifts: 6 AM to 6 PM and 6 PM to 6 AM
• 7 shifts per 14 calendar days

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting Machine Operators at assigned workstations (i.e. lifting / moving product up to 50 lbs. performing changeovers)
• Operating a forklift, overhead crane
• Production housekeeping (i.e. sweeping, machine cleaning, shoveling, painting, salting, and vacuuming, etc.).

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Secure non-seasonal job with a long-standing company
• Competitive wages and overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)
• Matching RRSP program
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Safety footwear reimbursement (after probation)
• Safety & service recognition awards

WHY TREE ISLAND?

• Our Culture is based on our Core Values:
• Safety & Efficiency
• Resiliency & Adaptability
• Problem Solving & Lifelong Learning
• Safety is our # 1 priority
• We have been in business for 60 years

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Previous manufacturing experience in an industrial environment, including continuous metal strapping of finished goods using a pneumatic tool
• Minimum 2 years of forklift or liftruck experience within the past 5 years (comfortable with lift trucks ranging from 10,000 to 17,000 lbs)
• Ability to pass a Mechanical Aptitude test, as this position will graduate into a Machine Operator
• Comfortable working outside in the yard using heated liftrucks
• Attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Working well with others and using critical thinking when following instructions.
• Effective communications skills in English.
• Steel-toed safety boots with non-slip sole.

Note: This position is subject to criminal background and drug and alcohol test clearance.