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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
Job summary
Perform foundry production tasks according to training, shop cards, and standard operating procedures while working efficiently and preventing defective castings. Operate production equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes safely; maintain tools and equipment; and suggest improvements to quality, safety, and production.
Job details
Location – Penticton, British Columbia, Canada Experience Requirements – Previous Experience Working In Manufacturing Preferred Who You Are You’ve always been reliable and hard-working. In fact, past managers have commented on these traits and your willingness to go the extra mile. Your experience as an equipment operator will be an asset, as will the fact that you are team-minded. You have a safety-first approach, thrive in a manufacturing environment, and learn new skills quickly. We invest in our people, and so are looking for individuals, like you, who want a career in manufacturing. Responsibilities Production Work You’ll ensure, through proper training and reading the “Foundry Shop Cards” or “Standard Operating Procedures,” that your tasks are performed to specific standards. You’ll work to prevent defective castings in an efficient and safe manner. Initiative You’ll offer suggestions on how to improve quality, safety and/or production. You’ll take care of all tools and equipment in your work area. Crane and Forklift Work You’ll drive a forklift, and use overhead cranes to move/position heavy castings and equipment. Grinding/Moulding/Pouring Equipment You’ll be trained to use all types of production equipment. Safety You’ll demonstrate a strong commitment to safety in every part of your job. You’ll be responsible for the safe use of all equipment in your department. You’ll wear the mandatory safety gear. Requirements Be in good physical condition - able to stand for 90% of the shift Must be capable of routinely pushing up to 100 lbs. Some lifting is required. Work in a foundry environment with varying temperatures, dust and noise levels Excellent manual dexterity, eyesight and physical condition required Willing to work an afternoon or graveyard shift (premium paid) Drive a forklift and overhead crane (training will be provided) Use power tools Able to work independently, but as a team member as well Read and write basic English, and have basic math skills Work week is Monday to Friday, with an opportunity for overtime Safety-oriented – Wear mandatory safety gear and adhere to prescribed safety practices Reliable, punctual and hard-working What We Offer Penticton Foundry is a place where innovation meets hard work and determination. While other foundries have fallen by the wayside, Penticton Foundry has continued to flourish in large part because of its high quality and desire to innovate. We invest in our people, have a learning culture and offer a competitive compensation package, including extended health benefits and life insurance. Competitive compensation package Extended health and dental benefits Investment in our people, and a learning environment Company events and a supportive culture Opportunities for growth and development Our foundry is in the outdoor-minded Okanagan Valley, BC, where your lifestyle is defined as much by your after-work interests, as it is by your career. We are interested in what you bring to the table – your ability to continuously learn and improve, your pride in your job and how motivated you are. We invest in people like you. How To Apply If this sounds like you, then apply today. Send a resume to hr@pentictonfoundry.com, or drop a resume off at Penticton Foundry (568 Dawson Avenue, Penticton BC). Please make sure to indicate that you are applying for the Production Worker role. You can also apply directly through our website. Please use the apply function below. Drop files here Max. file size: 500 MB.
What you’ll do
Perform foundry production tasks according to training, shop cards, and standard operating procedures while working efficiently and preventing defective castings. Operate production equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes safely; maintain tools and equipment; and suggest improvements to quality, safety, and production.
Requirements
Candidates should be physically fit, able to stand for most of the shift, routinely push up to 100 pounds, and work in a foundry environment with varying temperatures, dust, and noise. They need basic English and math skills, manual dexterity, a safety-first approach, reliability, and willingness to work afternoon or graveyard shifts; previous manufacturing experience is preferred, and equipment-operation training will be provided.
Benefits
- Extended Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Company Events
- Supportive Culture
- Growth and Development Opportunities
Listed skills
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Forklift operation · Preferred
- Quality Control · Preferred
- Manual dexterity · Preferred
- Physical stamina · Preferred
- Occupational safety · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Foundry Production
- Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Grinding
- Moulding
- Pouring
- Power Tool Use
- Quality Control
- Workplace Safety
- Manual Dexterity
- Basic English Literacy
- Basic Mathematics
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Physical Stamina
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Logistics
- Security & Safety