Engineering Co-op / Intern

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Job Summary

IKO Industries Ltd. is a global leader in the manufacture and supply of asphaltic and bituminous waterproofing products. IKO is a family owned, Canadian operated business with production facilities throughout North America and Europe. IKO Industries Ltd. has been committed to manufacturing quality roofing products since 1951. Our company motto is "Setting the Standard" and that is what we do; set the standard for quality, durability, and innovation. The company's branded materials are specified for house building, commercial property and engineering structures in many countries worldwide. Please visit www.iko.com for more information.

At our Madoc, ON facility we mine, manufacture and distribute coloured granules for our shingles. The Madoc facility is comprised of a 400 acre open pit mining operation, industrial manufacturing plant (crushing and colouring), product distribution services and on-going construction projects. As this is a facility that includes the mining and crushing of rock, the work environment can be quite harsh. The plant is not climate controlled, and the nature of our process creates dusty and dirty conditions within the facility. Open grating on platforms and stairs are used to access all 5 levels of both plants. Madoc is a rural community of approximately 1000 people located a 30 minute drive north of Belleville, ON. The IKO plant is located in the country 5 kms west of Madoc. Housing is available, free of charge, in a company owned house beside the plant. Candidates must arrange for their own transportation - this is a very rural setting and no form of public transportation is available.

When you join us you will :

The job responsibilities consist of a combination of maintenance duties, project management and design engineering (all depending on student's capability) Some of the responsibilities include :

• Manage aspects of implementing capital and non capital projects on or before schedule, at or under budget
• Assist in designing, installing and commissioning new production units, monitoring modifications and upgrades, and troubleshooting existing processes;
• Contribute in defining project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management
• Track project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations to ensure mutual understanding of project deliverables, status and results at all organizational levels
• Updating instructional documentation by shadowing employees on their daily routines
• Work closely with hourly employees on the shop floor and the JHSC to come up with solutions to improve Safety ​

Our ideal candidate would be :

Transportation and Housing

Transport - Candidates must arrange for their own transportation. This is a very rural setting and no form of public transportation is available, therefore access to your own vehicle is required

Housing - Accommodation local to the plant (2 minute drive) is available as part of the Co-op placement at no extra cost

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits of Employment : IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment : IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.