General Laborer - Yard

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

Does the idea of working in an innovative production facility appeal to you? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a General Laborer - Yard, as this role will be based out of our PVC manufacturing facility located in Edmonton, AB

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary :

The General Laborer position will be primarily, but not exclusively, supporting yard operations at our PVC facility. This position reports to the Yard Supervisor.

This is a full-time position, with rotating 12hr shifts (continental), with a proposed hourly pay range of $27.49.

Requirements

Principal Responsibilities :

• Work with production plant to stage regrind from yard to plant
• Handle transport of small to large PVC pipe in a safe manner
• Ability to transport / store regrind bags in a safe manner
• Maintain yard organization and cleanliness
• Sort waste products from plant for recycle
• Assist with inventory counts monthly
• Assist in rework or re-crating scrap or good production
• Assist in gasket area and organize
• Fix bags and re-bag materials
• Safely load and unload trucks
• Repackaging of super sacks for outbound shipment
• Assist with general housekeeping in the yard and plant
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• Minimum 2,000hrs operating forklift
• Minimum 2,000hrs operating skid steer
• Proven ability to follow safety policies and procedures
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively
• Have a basic understanding of the MES System and extrusion process
• Experience with Infoflo an asset
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Able to safely operate cranes, forklifts, and other equipment

Benefits

• Competitive wages; comprehensive benefits package
• Optional company matching RRSP contribution plan
• Paid statutory holidays
• Annual plant bonus program

Working Conditions :

• Must use applicable PPE in shop, to include but not limited to, hearing / eye protection, safety shoes
• Requires a high degree of mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, and lifting to 35lbs frequently
• Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required.
• Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise levels and the use of sharp tools.

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]