Production & Operations Support Associate

**Looking for a summer job?**

Join us now at **MQuip**

MQuip is an industry-leading, forward-thinking organization in the landscaping equipment industry. We sell, rent, service, and assemble Canadian-built and designed vacuum lifters from our primary location in Burlington, Ontario. Join us in providing high-quality customer service to landscapers across North America.

**What can we offer you?**

The ideal job for a **student looking for a steady schedule over the summer break**. 8:00 AM - 3 PM, Monday - Friday.

We understand that your success is our success. **Students interested in gaining experience in their field (engineering, marketing, accounting, etc.) may have the** **opportunity to take on additional projects related to their field of study**.

**How do you fit in?**

As the Production & Operations Support Associate, you will play a vital role in ensuring our operations are running smoothly through our busiest period of the year. Your task breakdown will be approximately: Co-ordinating, loading, and cleaning rentals **(25%)**; picking and packing customer orders **(25%)**, light assembly **(25%)**, cleaning warehouse and assembly area, and additional tasks as required **(25%)**.

**Job Location**: In-person, 1-1080 Clay Avenue, Burlington, Ontario
**Job Title**: Production & Operations Support Associate
**Date Updated**: January, 2025
**Reports to**: Product Development & Warehouse Manager
**Supervises**: N/A
**Hours**: 35 hours per week
**Pay Rate**: $17.20-$20.00 per hour

**Role & Responsibilities**
- Clean rental equipment between customers
- Load and unload equipment
- Perform and record basic maintenance checks on rental equipment
- Co-ordinate with admin and sales teams about availability of rental equipment
- Package orders for shipping
- Perform and record checks on outbound orders
- Inspect inbound parts for defects
- Light assembly (installing screws, cutting wires to length, attaching parts with adhesive)
- Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse and assembly area
- Assist with other tasks and projects as required

**Knowledge & Skills**
- Ability to complete checklists and record work progress
- Ability to read and understand rental, packaging, and safety guidelines
- Ability to read and understand pick lists
- Must be able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs individually
- Ability to safely lift equipment up to 100 lbs (with assistance from another team member)
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to perform basic math
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic mechanical skills considered an asset

**Education & Experience**
- Proven track record of punctuality
- Experience working independently an asset
- Experience with basic power tools an asset (drill, impact wrench)
- Forklift experience and certification an asset

**Benefits**
- Company lunches on Fridays
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment
- Opportunity to join a growing team with long-term growth opportunities
- Flexible hours to meet other life commitments

**Working Conditions**
- We do not discriminate based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. MQuip takes pride in maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees._
- We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $17.20-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-01