block machine operator - concrete, clay and stone products

Work site environment

• Noisy

Tasks

• Record manufacturing information such as quantity, size and type of goods produced
• Set up and operate automatic machines that mix ingredients, extrude tempered clay mixture and cut extruded clay into sections
• Set up, adjust and operate single-function machines to mix, drill, grind and cut concrete to specifications
• Move products using forklift, crane or hydraulic hoist
• Operate machines to grind and polish surfaces of stone blocks, slabs or other stone products to specific shape or design and to produce a smooth finish
• Perform ongoing machine adjustments
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Remove castings from moulds

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week