Foundry Technician

**About VMAC**:
VMAC is a pioneer in compressed air technology, crafting cutting-edge mobile air compressors and multi-power systems within our state-of-the-art 44,000-square-foot facility. With a global presence through a network of over 300 partners, VMAC has consistently achieved recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Great Place To Work Certified organization.

**Why VMAC?**
- **Work-Life Balance**: VMAC values your time and well-being. With a Monday to Friday schedule, you'll find a healthy work-life balance in our office at our Nanaimo, BC location.
- **Innovation**: Be part of a team that challenges the status quo to deliver innovative solutions. As a Foundry Technician, you'll be at the forefront of expanding VMAC's presence in the industrial equipment market, shaping the future of mobile compressed air technology.
- **Award-Winning Recognition**: Join a multi-award-winning organization committed to excellence and safety.
- **Cutting-Edge Facility**:Work in a LEAN manufacturing environment where continuous improvement is embedded in our culture. VMAC's ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications reflect our commitment to quality and sustainability. You'll operate within a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology.
- **Diverse Opportunities**: Explore an array of exciting career opportunities at VMAC Your journey at VMAC can take various exciting directions, providing a platform for professional growth and personal fulfillment.
- **Competitive Compensation and Benefits**: VMAC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including casual dress, company events, dental care, employee assistance program, extended health care, life insurance, on-site parking, profit sharing, RRSP match, and vision care.

**Foundry Technician**

VMAC is looking for an experienced Foundry Technician with a background in molding, to prepare molds, melt and pour aluminum, break down molds and heat treat castings. This position is a key role within VMAC’s Foundry team dedicated to expanding our presence in the industrial equipment market. This position offers valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to contribute within a dynamic team environment. We're expanding our in-house aluminum sand casting foundry, and we need two talented individuals to join the VMAC family.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:
As a Foundry Technician reporting to the Foundry Supervisor, you'll be at the heart of our production process. Here's what you'll be doing:

- Prepare molds, melt and pour aluminum, break down molds, heat treat castings, and other exciting duties.
- Collaborate with the design, production, supply chain and quality teams to produce high-quality, low volume castings and moldings efficiently.
- Understand safety protocols and ensure all work is completed with safety at the forefront.
- Participate in the development and implementation of company-wide department initiatives to achieve strategic goals and objectives of the company.
- Engage in company-wide continuous improvement ideas.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Minimum high school diploma.
- Moldmaker, Molder or Core Maker ticket an asset.
- Minimum 3 years' experience working in a foundry.
- Forklift ticket considered an asset.
- Team Player.
- Precise and detail oriented.
- Capable of heavy workload and multitasking.
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing considered an asset.

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

**Salary**: $25.00-$38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- foundry: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person