Glass Operations Mechanic

Opta Group•Hamilton, ON

2d•CA$49 - CA$49•Onsite

About The Position

At Opta Glass, we are reshaping the future of construction materials by turning post-consumer glass into high-performance, sustainable building solutions. We’re leading the charge in sustainable innovation with a bold mission to lower environmental impact, divert waste from landfills, and improve construction performance. Using state-of-the-art cleaning systems and proprietary fine milling technology, we’re producing some of the most advanced recycled glass materials in North America. Our flagship facility in Waterdown, Ontario, with a capacity of 100,000 metric tons per year, is now operational and poised to disrupt the traditional concrete and cement industries. Our production impact is equivalent to removing 21,000 cars from the road, planting 1.6 million trees and nurturing them for over 10 years, or powering 11,000 homes annually. Our ground glass also extends the lifespan of concrete, further reducing environmental impact and lowering total cost of ownership. This is Glass RE-defined™ - a breakthrough in green building materials. As the largest operation of its kind globally, our Waterdown facility is setting a new benchmark for performance-driven, sustainable construction products. Be part of a company that’s building smarter, stronger, and greener.

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lb
Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting
Capable of working in a team and independently
Capable of following a production/maintenance plan while working independently
Technical mechanical diploma is required
Welding, millwright or other mechanical RED Seal training is required.
Experience operating forklift, loader, and scissor lift is required.
Must have basic math skills.
Must have both verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform all assigned significant maintenance repairs and upgrades in Glass Plant, including bearing replacement, belt replacement, lubrication system maintenance, dust collector maintenance, small mechanical construction projects (welding, piping, etc), and air system maintenance.
Operate Glass Cleaning and Glass Operations equipment, and be able to operate plant legacy equipment if required.
Package 1000 kg bulk bags of products via bulk bag loading system in Glass area.
Report any inconsistencies and use standard repair procedures.
Monitor quality and record general production information (when required).
Work in compliance with company safety, environmental and operating procedures.
Perform cleaning of the plant and work area as required.
Operate forklift and scissor lift.
Operate front end loader for glass transfer and waste removal.
Work at heights using fall protection.
Safely operate all equipment used in the glass production area.
Maintain production at peak performance.
Be well versed and follow SOP’s for all production and maintenance operations.
Operate control panels and equipment systems from a PLC interface (automated control).
Sample and analyze finished product per quality procedures (if required).
Assist with training of new employees.
Shift work is required.
Report any non-conformities to management.
Assist in investigation of customer complaints.
Maintain written quality records.
Communicate both written and verbally with management and through use of various productivity software programs as Sharepoint, Outlook email, Excel, etc.
Perform preventive/condition based maintenance inspections and services in conjunction with the Operations Technicians.
Perform wear part maintenance and screen replacement (as defined by SOP’s) in conjunction with the Operation Technicians.
Perform other maintenance procedures as skills allow.
Effectively handle small tools.
Maintain and clean tools and equipment.
Perform other duties as required when directed by plant management.