Fabrication Technician

Internal Job Board • Toronto, ON

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Lush Cosmetics has more than 250 retail stores between Canada and the USA alone, with Manufacturing and Distribution Centers located in both Vancouver, BC and Toronto, ON. Lush is known worldwide for our unique bath and beauty products, amazing skin and hair care, personalized customer service, and environmental activism and a fun & funky store atmosphere. We are dedicated to the practices of fair-trade sourcing, providing fair wages for our staff, and supporting sustainable communities, as well as giving back to organizations that can make a difference. As a growing business, Lush needs people that can adapt and evolve to the needs of our business, analyze and respond to your learner's needs. Our Lush staff live with purpose, finding their personal value connected with the values of our business, bringing their work and life paths into one holistic journey. #lushlife

Requirements

• Familiar with vacuum forming, click press, power tools, or other mould fabrication technologies
• Basic technical skills related to equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to detect errors or defects
• Basic computer literacy for equipment controls and production reporting
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials up to 50 lbs for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-production environment
• Able to work with moderate noise levels and manufacturing equipment
• Part-time availability: 8hrs/3days a week or 4hrs/5 days a week; flexibility for overtime on Saturdays

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment
• Familiar with Lock Out / Tag Out practices
• Technical aptitude/familiarity with machine processes
• Technical qualification/certification
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with PLC controls
• Data entry on Google Workspace and or with equivalent software
• Forklift and or pallet jack experience

Responsibilities

• Set up vacuum formers, clickpress, and related fabrication machines & equipment
• Operate vacuum forming machine(s) to fabricate high-quality moulds with RPET, BHIPS, and other industry standard materials
• Operate click press machine(s) and other cutting tools, including, but not limited to, paper cutters and scissors, to trim fabricated moulds to the desired specifications
• Assemble, prepare, organize, and package finished moulds and other fabricated products for dispatching and / or storing purposes
• Dispatch pallets of mould orders utilizing pallet trucks, forklifts and similar equipment
• Ship via carrier terminals when required
• Cut plywood and other forms of wood to produce the materials necessary for tooling fabrication
• Mix and pour hardening/curing agents, such as, but not limited to, concrete and epoxy resin to form mould casts
• Utilize power tools to shape and refine mould casts
• Perform and document routine cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on machines and equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime
• Report equipment malfunctions or issues to leadership and collaborate on resolution
• Document production data, complete checklists, and submit reports to the RMT when needed
• Support 3D printing operations by queuing, dismounting, removing structures, cleaning, and swapping materials/ equipment on the 3D printers
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process enhancements
• Collaborate with the Moulds leadership, team members, and support groups to align production goals with overall departmental objectives and to resolve production challenges
• Contribute to a positive team environment focused on learning, safety, quality, and shared success
• Supports new or returning staff as required with onboarding, demonstrations of daily duties and responsibilities, while ensuring safety and SOP guidelines are being followed
• Follow health and safety protocols, including the use of PPE and proper handling of materials and tools
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workspace
• Document and report unsafe conditions or incidents to the appropriate personnel
• Follow company standards and guidelines procedures during all phases of production
• Conduct quality checks at various stages of production to ensure compliance with product specifications
• Document and report quality concerns to the appropriate personnel

Benefits

• Inclusive working atmosphere where diversity and individuality are valued and celebrated
• Up to 50% off our products both online and at our retail locations
• Safety boot/shoe reimbursement (up to $150 CAD)
• Immediate eligibility for our company-wide bonus program
• Team appreciation events
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• A growing, dynamic business where personal development is encouraged
• Complimentary coffee/tea/water in the employee lunchrooms
• Gender neutral restrooms and changing rooms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed