Machine Operator

**Working Hours**:
Nights: Sunday to Thursday 10:30pm - 7:00am

**Job Summary**

The Machine Operator is responsible for a range of duties to ensure total order fulfillment. This position is responsible for the life cycle of an order once it reaches the plant ranging from: pulling product, to set-up and running of machines and equipment, to proper handling and packaging of order. This role supports Rolark’s commitment to quality, value and service to our customers in the effective, accurate and precise operation and maintenance of equipment, machines, and final customer product. The Machine Operator is responsible for accurate individual output, as well as contributing to the overall productivity of the Rolark team.

**Essential Duties**

The duties and responsibilities expected in this role are outlined, but not limited to the following:

- Read specifications and follow verbal instructions;
- Pull inventory according to order specifications;
- Set up, adjust and operate various metal cutting machines;
- Properly load material onto cutting bed with appropriate material handling equipment (may require lifting of up to 50 lbs.);
- Monitor and manage (including troubleshooting) cutting operation;
- Assess cut pieces for quality and prepare product for delivery;
- Remove skeleton and unload finished product;
- Properly package and secure all orders which may include making skids, boxes, strapping and wrapping items accordingly;
- Assemble coordinate and prepare various line items of each individual order and transport to loading area;
- Load and unload delivery trucks;
- Manage and maintain the company’s material and stocked product inventory, including stock profiles and stock locations;
- Minimize overstock and remove obsolete/redundant raw materials to maximize availability of working capital;
- Check and complete all necessary paperwork;
- Operate industrial material handling equipment such as tow motor (forklift), overhead crane and lift truck (Raymond Reach);
- Assist other machine operators, material handlers and workers with various duties involving physical handling of product, materials and equipment when required, or as directed;
- Demonstrate strong safety awareness by wearing personal protective equipment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner and continually maintaining a clean and safe work area;
- Fill in for other positions as needed and perform other duties as required and assigned

**Job Requirements**
- Valid forklift and overhead crane license or minimum 1 year forklift and/or overhead crane experience preferably with heavy material.
- 1 year of experience operating a CNC machine.
- Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of essential machine maintenance.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for a demanding and customer-focused working environment.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, small business environment.
- A motivated team player with a “can-do” attitude that is able to troubleshoot, focus and organize work area.
- Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently, and effectively while maintaining high attention to detail and quality.
- Quick learner with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Willingness to assist other plant personnel when required.
- **Physical Capabilities**_
- Frequent bending, pushing and lifting of 50+ pounds
- Walking, standing for extended periods
- Hand-eye coordination
- Manual skill
- Physically demanding

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

Pay: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Forklift: 1 year (required)
- Crane: 1 year (required)
- Machine Operator: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person