Machine Operator (Evening Shift)

FloForm Countertops•Abbotsford, BC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

FLOFORM Countertops, a Canadian company established in 1961 and recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, is seeking a Full Time Stone Machine Operator for the Evening Shift at its Local Abbotsford Branch. The company has its head office in Winnipeg, MB, with 16 branches and 5 manufacturing facilities located in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest, manufacturing, selling, and installing over 20,000 premium surface countertops annually. The Machine Operator in the Stone Division is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various machinery, including CNC Routers, Waterjet Saws, and similar equipment. Key duties involve loading and unloading parts, utilizing mechanical lifters as required, performing accurate quality checks of all products, and conducting basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment. The evening shift operates Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 2:30am.

Requirements

1+ years’ experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment (preferably Stone)
Basic computer skills, MS Office
Ability to read units of measurements
Demonstrated knowledge of hand woodworking tools and the operation of power tools such as table saw, chop saw etc
Has or can obtain forklift operator’s certificate
Strong communication (both written and verbal)
Must be hard working, motivated, well organized and task oriented
Strong attention to detail
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Able to withstand exposure to water (hands/feet) for extended periods of time
Able to stand for extended periods of time
Able to work with hand tools using wrist and fine manipulation for long periods of time
Able to lift 60-100lbs occasionally
Exposure to dust and wet conditions

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the stone manufacturing equipment
Loading/Unloading and Setting-up stock to be machined using laser guides or stops for placement
Safe operation of mechanical lifters (ie. overhead cranes) where required
Performs accurate quality checks/measurements to ensure product conforms to specifications
Troubleshoot machine settings and tools to resolve minor issues
Maintains strong knowledge of equipment processes and safe work practices, including all required tooling specifications
Able to monitor multiple machines during operation, pro-actively preparing for end of cycles and reacting to machining issues
Performs basic maintenance tasks and inspections of machines and tooling
Maintains workstation in a clean and orderly manner
Observes and adhere to all safety procedures while on the production floor
Participates in cross training when asked
Performs other tasks on production floor as assigned by Supervisor (ie. Edge Lamination, Polishing, etc.)
Participates in team huddles
Monthly inventory counts
Other duties as assigned