Press Operator

Nestled in the rural community of Walkerton, Ontario, Larsen & Shaw has been family owned and operated for over 100 years. We are a leading manufacturer of top-quality custom and standard continuous hinges, architectural products, custom metal stampings and laser cut parts and currently have an opportunity for an afternoon production press operator.

Reporting to the Production Manager, production positions range from shipping, production assistant and plating operator. Responsibilities include:
Press Operator: Performing setups, producing parts to drawing specifications and verifying quality requirements, troubleshooting issues and performing preventative maintenance as prescribed, participating in process improvement initiatives, and other duties as assigned. A full job description is available upon request.

Shipping: Packaging and Shipping of parts, operating equipment and assembling of shipping materials.

Plating: Operate Rack and Barrel Plating Lines in safe and efficient fashion. Hang/rack parts of various lengths and dimensions onto racks in an efficient manner.

These positions are permanent full time on the day & afternoon shifts.

Days: 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday

Afternoons: 3:30pm to 2:00am, Monday to Thursday
- Technical and mechanical aptitude
- Attention to detail and ability to follow work processes
- Some computer skills, like Microsoft 365
- A desire to grow with the company
- Willingness to learn and work in a team-centered environment
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent
- Experience operating presses, preferred
- Driver’s license, preferred

**Compensation and Benefits**:

- Wage starts at $20.71. Afternoon shift includes a shift premium.
- Scheduled wage progression and yearly increases, as determined by CBA
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
- Opportunity to participate in profit-sharing program, paid out biannually
- Enrollment in RRSP program with employer matching contributions
- Co-operative unionized working environment
- Opportunity to grow within the company

**OTHER INFORMATION**:
Our team is a carefully selected set of ambitious, and well-rounded individuals looking to help modernize the manufacturing industry. We are looking for individuals who want to be a part of our company’s success as we adapt to market changes, have the desire to grow and have a clear vision of their future.

Larsen & Shaw is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants for your interest in joining our team, only those selected will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $20.71 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Walkerton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person