About Us:
AMKAD Metal Components Inc. is a world class manufacturer of products using powder metallurgy technology. We are a Canadian, family owned business, and we are dedicated to maintaining a high level of quality and reliability in servicing our customers.
We are looking to hire a Machine Operator Lead to join our team. This position focuses on the operation and setting up of secondary machinery: drilling, tapping, turning, and milling. The successful candidate must possess a strong mechanical aptitude. The ideal candidate must have a mechanical aptitude, be reliable, willing and able to learn the unique powder metal process.
Key Job Responsibilities:
· Operation of machines such as Drap machine-tapping, drilling, use of vibratory tumbler, steam treating, echo tapping machine, etc. Then progression to leader on rotating of shifts is required. Eventually fork-lift operation.
· Learn set-up of Secondary machinery, do adjustments and troubleshoot shop machinery for optimum output
· Provide leadership to assign operators priorities each shift, assist operators to solve problems, record measurements and test ring data, furnace work.
· Maintain good housekeeping practices and understand/follow safety procedures and company policies
· Perform other tasks as assigned
Education and Experience:
· Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
· Minimum 2+ years of experience in a precision manufacturing environment
· Minimum 2+ years of experience using machinery; preference given to those with shop experience, or manufacturing environment, set up experience or equivalent mechanical experience
Skills and Abilities
· Proficient in reading blueprints and following instructions given both written and verbally
· Proficient in the use of SPC charting and tolerancing standards; maintaining documentation
· Proficient in the use of precision measuring equipment, such as calipers and micrometers
· Knowledge of precision practices is required
· Strong mechanical aptitude is required
· Knowledge of lockouts, shop safety and other mandatory safety requirements-whmis, etc.
· Moderate lifting is required, ability to stand for long periods
· Excellent focus and attention to detail, a great attitude and a passion for hard work
· Great work ethic, punctuality and reliable attendance record
· Ability to work on own and in a team setting
What We Offer:
· Start rate dependant on candidate relevant experience, and progression speed
· 40 - 42 hours per week, rotation of shifts with 2 to 3 weeks alternating day shift & 2 to 3 weeks of afternoon rotation; occasional midnights every 1 to 2 months
· Schedules posted in advance; a paid 30 minutes of lunch per day; shorter Friday shifts
· Vacation- 2 weeks vacation to start (4 % vacation pay added to every pay deposit)
· Benefits-offered after 3 months probation-medical, dental, vision, critical illness, drug coverage, health spending account; co-pay bi-weekly premium.
· Uniform rental provided with 100 % coverage by employer eligible after 2 months. Yearly footwear allowance.
· Year End bonus – eligibility after 6 months of continuous full-time employment
How to Apply:
If you possess the required skills and are ready to explore the career opportunities AMKAD has to offer, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Can also apply in person at: 537108 County Road 34, Tavistock, On
We thank all those who have expressed interest in the position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to work rotating shifts?
- Can you reliably commute to Tavistock, Ontario, Canada?
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (required)
- Industrial Machines Set Up: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
