General Labourer - Manufacturing

Woodbridge, ON

GENERAL LABOURER

We don’t have a factory, we have a workshop.

We don’t just use our hands, we engage our minds.

While some serve clients, we forge partnerships.

While others fill orders, we provide solutions.

We are a value-added manufacturer of custom retail fixtures, components and visual merchandising products based in Toronto.  We work closely with designers and architects to create superior quality consumer environments and develop new products and finishes to meet the demands of a globally competitive retail sector. From full retail environments to a store fixture to retail shelving to a simple visual display, our custom fixtures become part of the retail environments of some of the most prestigious retailers worldwide.

The General Labourer will be responsible to provide hands on support to the Assembly department and will be responsible for:

•  Review drawings to identify parts for preparation.
• Ensure all components are available for final process.
• Inspect the quality of finished goods for flaws or defects and report any issues to immediate Supervisor.
• Plan the packaging process to ensure proper shipping materials are selected (skids, crates, boxes, paper wrap, foam wrap, etc.).
• Prepare worktable/work area for the packaging process.
• Clean part surfaces with provided cleaning solutions as required for the job.
• Assemble components as required on the drawings using hand tools and/or small power tools if necessary.
• Perform re-work as required to ensure parts fit together.
• Prepare packaging materials to the dimensions of the components being shipped.
• Wrap components with appropriate packaging material as required to protect final product.
• Count and sort smaller components as needed.
• Apply appropriate labels to products.
• Dispose of any waste created during assembly and packaging process.
• Assist in other departments as required.

THE SKILLSET:

•  Able to use handheld tools or power tools as needed.
• Manual dexterity to sort or package small items like screws, nuts and bolts as needed.
• Use of one or both hands in the process of assembly or packaging of components.
• Work in a fast paced industrial environment.
• Able to lift, carry, push and or pull parts and components 1lbs to 30lbs in weight occasionally within a shift.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Good reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to plan workflow based upon final products requiring assembly and packaging.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks when needed.
• Ability to work well as a team member.
• High level of attendance.
• Team oriented.

We seek General Labourers who are looking to grow and advance their career with a forward-thinking company.  Successful candidates will be placed in a skilled trade position (training provided) within one of our manufacturing departments.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive training across all manufacturing departments.
• Group health and dental benefits.
• Extended Life Insurance.
• Safety Boot and Glasses Allowance.
• Company provided PPE.
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation, 3 Weeks after 5 Years.
• December Holiday Shutdown.
• Annual Performance Reviews with Rate Increases.
• Annual bonus entitlement.
• Company matching Group RRSP plan.
• Overtime Opportunities (Overtime Premium after 40 hours).
• Company events.
• On-Site Parking.
• Career Development Plans.

Our company respects and upholds the requirements set forth under AODA.  We are committed to making our organization accessible.  Please notify us should you require accommodation within the recruitment process.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.