About the role
**Reporting Manager:**Fabric Leader
**Location:**Wingham, ON
**Shift:**Afternoon Shift, Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Operations Leader, the Production Operator will perform all tasks related to the manufacturing and quality process. Production Operators are required to maintain Safety and Quality Assurance Standards at all times while working productively. Position will assist in process and procedure improvement activities.
All employees are to participate in, and positively contribute to the company culture, Health and Safety initiatives, continuous improvement and abide by the Employment Standards Act and all company policies and procedures while maintaining a customer service mindset.
Position Qualifications:
Education & Knowledge
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred
- Manufacturing environment experience considered assets
- Knowledge of Lean principals, raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Skills
- Strong knowledge of plant and manufacturing operations required
- Able to follow instructions
- Able to read a measuring tape
- Able to read blueprints and parts lists
- Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing plant is preferred
- Experience in quality process and control will be an asset
- Effective troubleshooting skills
Communication
- Good Interpersonal communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Daily set up and tool inspections
- Start up and change over set up testing
- Quality testing and inspections, daily and in-process
- Perform tasks including the use of the measuring tape, cutting, sewing and handling of materials.
- Lifting and handling of material.
- Operate lift truck.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with little direction
- Ability to produce quality products consistently
- Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities
- Follow all safety procedures and watch for the well-being of fellow workers
- Operate all equipment in a safe and proper manner to prevent injury or equipment damage
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times
- Attend and participate in regular production meetings
- Listen attentively and use speaking skills to ask questions when expectations are not understood
- Stay informed of matters pertaining to their job, and develop personnel growth opportunities
- Maintain work performance relative to expectations
- Ensure equipment and tools are in good working order and available for use when required
- Work in a fast-paced environment with fast changing priorities
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere
- Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
- Position report to and works closely with the Production Leader
Working Conditions / Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Task
Yes
No
Lift and/or move 75+ lbs
X
Carrying 50+ lbs
X
Walking
X
Standing
X
Sitting
X
Kneeling
X
Bending / Twisting
X
Outdoor weather conditions
X
Work near mechanical parts
X
Fumes, dust
X
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals – propane fuel
X
Use of hand / power tools
X
Other (Material Handling Equipment)
X
Safety:
-
Follow the guidelines outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
-
Encourage fellow employees to work safely and to report hazardous or unsafe conditions immediately to their Supervisors
-
Follow all company policies and procedures including wearing all required PPE
Afternoons: Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
About Britespan Building Systems Inc.
When you need a reliable, energy-efficient building, trust Britespan Fabric Buildings to meet your unique challenges and deliver a custom fabric structure just the way you want. We serve industries as diverse as warehousing, waste and recycling, aviation, agriculture, events and hospitality, military, sports and watercraft, and ports. You name it, we create engineered fabric buildings for almost any environment. Plus, we include customizable options from foundations and suspended structural systems to insulation and access points.
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About the role
**Reporting Manager:**Fabric Leader
**Location:**Wingham, ON
**Shift:**Afternoon Shift, Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Operations Leader, the Production Operator will perform all tasks related to the manufacturing and quality process. Production Operators are required to maintain Safety and Quality Assurance Standards at all times while working productively. Position will assist in process and procedure improvement activities.
All employees are to participate in, and positively contribute to the company culture, Health and Safety initiatives, continuous improvement and abide by the Employment Standards Act and all company policies and procedures while maintaining a customer service mindset.
Position Qualifications:
Education & Knowledge
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred
- Manufacturing environment experience considered assets
- Knowledge of Lean principals, raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Skills
- Strong knowledge of plant and manufacturing operations required
- Able to follow instructions
- Able to read a measuring tape
- Able to read blueprints and parts lists
- Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing plant is preferred
- Experience in quality process and control will be an asset
- Effective troubleshooting skills
Communication
- Good Interpersonal communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Daily set up and tool inspections
- Start up and change over set up testing
- Quality testing and inspections, daily and in-process
- Perform tasks including the use of the measuring tape, cutting, sewing and handling of materials.
- Lifting and handling of material.
- Operate lift truck.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with little direction
- Ability to produce quality products consistently
- Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities
- Follow all safety procedures and watch for the well-being of fellow workers
- Operate all equipment in a safe and proper manner to prevent injury or equipment damage
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times
- Attend and participate in regular production meetings
- Listen attentively and use speaking skills to ask questions when expectations are not understood
- Stay informed of matters pertaining to their job, and develop personnel growth opportunities
- Maintain work performance relative to expectations
- Ensure equipment and tools are in good working order and available for use when required
- Work in a fast-paced environment with fast changing priorities
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere
- Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
- Position report to and works closely with the Production Leader
Working Conditions / Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Task
Yes
No
Lift and/or move 75+ lbs
X
Carrying 50+ lbs
X
Walking
X
Standing
X
Sitting
X
Kneeling
X
Bending / Twisting
X
Outdoor weather conditions
X
Work near mechanical parts
X
Fumes, dust
X
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals – propane fuel
X
Use of hand / power tools
X
Other (Material Handling Equipment)
X
Safety:
-
Follow the guidelines outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
-
Encourage fellow employees to work safely and to report hazardous or unsafe conditions immediately to their Supervisors
-
Follow all company policies and procedures including wearing all required PPE
Afternoons: Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
About Britespan Building Systems Inc.
When you need a reliable, energy-efficient building, trust Britespan Fabric Buildings to meet your unique challenges and deliver a custom fabric structure just the way you want. We serve industries as diverse as warehousing, waste and recycling, aviation, agriculture, events and hospitality, military, sports and watercraft, and ports. You name it, we create engineered fabric buildings for almost any environment. Plus, we include customizable options from foundations and suspended structural systems to insulation and access points.