IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

The primary function of this role is to overhaul, repair and maintenance of all mechanical components of Heavy machineries we use at our granule production plant. This position will be reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and must comply with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. This position is part of the IAMAW, Lodge 692 (Union), and as such the successful candidate will be required to join and be subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Plant Description

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. at the Ashcroft is a production facility that processes, color, and ship granules used for the roofing shingle.

Plant Location

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd.

3745 Barnes Lake Rd, Ashcroft, BC

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package - starting Rate: $44.16 an hour.

• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans

• Competitive matched retirement savings program

• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion

• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

• The opportunity to have overtime and banked hours

• Yearly $200 as safety allowance

• In-house training and development opportunities

 When you join us, you will be:

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring and testing instruments

• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, cranes, hand, and power tools, examining form and texture of parts

• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments

• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges

• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment

• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt

• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery

• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment

• Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment

• Record parts and materials used, and order or requisition new parts and materials as necessary. Record repairs and maintenance performed

• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Our ideal candidate:

• Must have a valid British Columbia Industrial Mechanic License

• Having a full set (up to 24/1”mm) of metric standard tools is an asset

• Exposure to mechanical devices, pneumatic controls and welding/cutting

• Having prior experience in a manufacturing environment is an advantage

• Must be able to read mechanical drawings

• Must be able to work shifts as well as some extended hours and weekends

• Qualified applicants will have good interpersonal and problem-solving skills and will be able to work with other trades and operators

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a routine basis

• Must be able to walk and/or stand 50-75% of the shift

Hours/ Days / Schedule:

The hours of work will be primarily Wednesday through Saturday {40 hours, day shift}.

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.