Production Utility Labourer
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- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- This Utility Specialist - Swage includes the functions: Saw, Stress Relief and Swage Functions
- This specialty is an entry level position which can lead to progression to the phosphate specialty.
- Beginning at the most basic utility area and moving to more complex utility areas, operators perform varied functions within the premium threading production line, including but not limited to:
- Saw - cutting off damaged thread ends so pipe body can be repurposed
- Swage - a manufacturing process using a hydraulic press to cold form the ends bigger or smaller to accommodate premium connection dimension
- Stress Relief -- a manufacturing process of heating the pipe end to restore pipe properties after having been swage
- Cross-training between utility specialties is important to flexible operations
- Perform material handing activities such as loading, unloading, and moving products and materials by hand or using material handling equipment such as conveyor belt, overhead crane or jib crane
- Conduct and accurately complete pre-safety checklists
- Perform equipment setup and machine changeover in an efficient and safe manner
- Provide training and supervision of new personnel
- Using power and manual tools, complete tasks efficiently and to quality standards
- Ensure product quality complying with defined standards and reporting deviations
- Carry out duties in an effective manner meeting productivity and efficiency standards
- Ensure proper use of the company assets, detecting, reporting and troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
- Attend and participate in training activities to maintain and increase company knowledge
- Proactively suggest improvements and participate in continuous improvement activities
- Actively participate in company safety procedures and programs: correct unsafe work practices or situations; follow reporting protocols for violations; participate in the Hazard Identification process
- Perform other duties as required, including, but not limited to warehouse maintenance, housekeeping and administrative duties
- Adhering to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances and attend and participate in department safety meetings
- Minimum 1 year experience in an industrial setting
- Candidates with experience in shift and/or on call work are preferred
- Knowledge of safe equipment operation and procedures, maintenance and cleaning standards
- Forklift certification, an asset
- Jib Crane or Overhead certification is an asset
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods of time
- Punctual, reliable, and willing to work flexible hours including overtime and weekends
- Problem solving, decision making and effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team setting
- Time management skills with the ability to prioritize to ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining standards of quality
- Basic computer knowledge
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and understand verbal and written instructions
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity required for operating various utility equipment
- Attention to detail is critical in this role