At Southland Trailers we build it better, and we build it together! We’re innovators who are obsessed with finding ways to improve everything around us from our products and processes to contributing to the communities that we live in. We are currently looking for people to join team. Do you;
- Take pride in the work that you do?
- Want recognition for your hard work?
- Like to learn and continually improve?
- Like working with great teams?
Responsibilities
- Participate in early morning team huddle/stretch
- Verify materials and equipment are ready for the project
- Identify problems and communicate to supervisors
- Confirm measurements and product specification
- Examine welds to ensure they meet standards and specifications
- Use various power/hand tools (grinding, drills, cutting torches, plasma cutting etc.)
- Work in various positions for lengthy periods of time (bend, squat, kneel, stand)
- Propose potential quality or productivity enhancements i.e. continual improvements
- Perform other duties as requested by the Head/Assistant Coach
- Partner with your co-workers to work together cohesively in performing welding work as assigned by your assistant/head coach
- Following standard operating procedures
- Collecting data regarding production
- Performing line changeovers
- When a problem/challenge does occur, become involved in the solution
- Complete daily 5S requirements
- Verify work completion with Head/Assistant Coach
- Complete all assigned training on time
Required Skills & Experience
- Education: High School Diploma
- 300 hours of welding experience, considered an asset
- An apprentice with valid blue book (or able to obtain blue book)
- Previous experience with 5S and Lean Manufacturing, considered an asset
- Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment
- Demonstrate basic mechanical skills and aptitude, including safe operation of hand & power tools
- Handle items weighing up to 40lbs. This includes lifting, pushing, pulling and positioning items
- Demonstrate the ability to understand written instructions and perform routine calculations
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
Benefits
- Reimbursement for your apprenticeships
- Competitive wage with regular reviews!
- Have an in house café serving fresh hot breakfast, lunch and snacks daily!
- Great training programs!
- Have gatherings such as swimming, BBQ’s, golf tournaments and much more!
- Have a generous benefits package for you and your family!
- A long weekend every weekend – enjoy a condensed work week!
- RRSP Matching!
Southland Trailers is proud to be a certified Living Wage Employer and to be named by HRDC as one of the Best Places to Work 2024!
We would like to thank all of those that apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By applying for this position, you consent that Southland Trailers may contact you at the provided contact information as it pertains to your application and interview process.