Production Worker - General Helper

What You’ll Do: General Helper is a production worker within our steel manufacturing facility who supports the wider site operations and senior Machine Operators producing high quality wire and wire products. The role reports to the Production Managers or designate and requires membership in the Teamsters Union, Local 213. Examples of Duties Operation of production machinery Operation of an overhead crane and forklift Assisting senior Machine Operators at assigned workstations (i.e. lifting/moving product up to 50 lbs.) Warehouse/manufacturing work (i.e. moving up and down stairs, bending, lifting, and carrying items) Production department housekeeping (i.e. sweeping, machine cleaning, shoveling, painting, vacuuming, etc.) Participate in all site specific training as required Perform other related duties to support the overall success of the operation What's In It For You Job Stability with a longstanding Company Guaranteed Hours Competitive Wages Opportunity for Overtime Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental) Retirement - Matching RRSP Endless Learning Opportunities (Tuition Reimbursement Program) Safety Footwear Reimbursement Exciting Company Social Events Compensation & Shift Rotation The position rate of pay is up to $24.03/hr including base pay ($23.33/hr), afternoon shift premium ($0.65/hr), night shift premium ($0.70/hr) where applicable. This role is a stepping stone to a Machine Operator with a base pay of $31.34/hr.  Hours of Work 2 weeks rotation: Week 1 & 2: Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 6:00AM -2:30PM Week 3 & 4: Night Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:30PM-10:30PM Week 5 & 6: Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 10:30pm – 6:00AM Why Tree Island? Our Culture is based on the Core Values: Safety & Efficiency Resiliency & Adaptability Problem Solving & Lifelong Learning Safety is our # 1 priority Safety & Service Recognition Awards What You’ll Bring: Able to move up and down stairs, bend, lift (up to 50lbs), carry items, push and pull, grip, etc. Able to follow all safe work practices Must have CSA approved steel-toed safety boots with non-slip sole Mechanically inclined Able to follow direction Good written and verbal communication skills Access to a readily available vehicle is preferred Previous manufacturing experience in an industrial environment is considered an asset Sit down counterbalance (SDCB) forklift experience is considered an asset Overhead crane experience is considered an asset Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) is considered an asset