Operating Technician (Press Support)

Operating Technician (Press Support)

We currently have an opportunity for the right individual to join our dynamic and talented team of employees as an Operating Technician (Press Support).

This position is responsible for performing day to day activities related to production of boards. This includes monitoring the production process and operating equipment, producing orders according to plan, understanding all stations of the press area, tracking semi-finished and finished materials from the beginning of the process through the end by way of computer, visual inspection, monitoring materials for quality and ensuring proper function, cleaning and minor maintenance of equipment and areas of the plant as required. Must maintain high level of accuracy, safety and quality as well as meet production goals of their team and the company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Train with the objective of becoming a competent Press Operator
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot and adjust equipment throughout the press line and outfeed
• Visually and manually inspect and test boards and materials to meet quality expectations
• Train with vendors and QPL on equipment operation
• Assist with training of new employees
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems during production
• Identify root cause of issues during production and document issue on action logs
• Follow up on issues assigned to this position through the action log
• Work closely with quality department to resolve quality issues with semi-finished and finished product
• Remove excess material from the line
• Communicate with co-workers at all levels regarding daily production, quality and safety issues
• Understand computer programs to monitor, research, and track orders according to requirements of the customer
• Work with press support in crossover areas of production.
• Understand process flow of material for press department
• Help maintain all equipment and systems of the production line
• Observe safety regulations and wears appropriate PPE at all times
• Cross-train on the press and lab support and to serve as a back-up at those stations when needed
• Operate fork-truck and other equipment required to produce MDF
• Maintain clean work area
• Safely operate a chainsaw for cutting reject board
• Participate in maintenance and cleaning duties during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance times
• Maintains respectful communication with co-workers and supervisory staff
• Familiar with the Company’s policies/processes and understands the impact of this position on the competitiveness and performance of the company
• Complies with and follows health and safety policies and programs
• Performs other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Mechanical education/certification an asset
• Fork-truck certification is an asset

Experience:

• Actual work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is an asset
• Experience with metric and standard measurements

Skills:

• Mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.  Energetic, forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards
• Keen attention to detail

To apply for this position, please forward a copy of your cover letter and resume via email quoting the position title and file number.

Pembroke MDF Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruiting and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Email: careers@pembrokemdf.com
Website: www.pembrokemdf.com