Machine Operator

AGI | Global Food Infrastructure•Lethbridge, AB

11d•Onsite

About The Position

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada, with over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands. It is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities. The Machine Operator role is responsible for operating a multitude of equipment or machinery in a designated work area or department. Duties may include operation of a variety of machines that cut, bend, roll or otherwise shape metal, and the operation of forklifts or other power mobile equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred or one year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Familiarity with basic hand tools
Able to work in fast paced environment handling heavy loads and standing for long periods of time
Possess attention to detail, problem solving, and communication skills
Able to operate overhead crane and forklift (if applicable)
Able to read, understand and follow blueprints
Ability to read and interpret a tape measure
Able to complete basic mathematics (addition, subtraction)
Able to read, write, and interpret English language
Intermediate computer skills
Exemplary attendance record
Willing to perform a variety of tasks

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience is an asset

Responsibilities

Use a variety of manufacturing equipment to fabricate steel (industrial bends, plasma cutters, cut to length machines, etc.).
Read and understand blueprints, specifications and drawings
Set up and operate all key equipment in the fabrication department (Plasma table, Laser, Presses, brakes, rollers)
Arrange parts and staging of materials
Propose potential quality or productivity enhancements
Ensure quality checks of products are completed as required
Complete required PM’s and calibrations for their machines and tools
Report any quality concerns to lead hand
Complete job orders using Kanban cards and job orders properly (if applicable)
Accurately complete scrap tickets, travelers and shift reports
Review of finish parts to ensure accuracy against drawings
Follow all SOP’s and SWI’s required for the departments.
Propose potential quality or productivity enhancements i.e. continual improvements
Review of finished parts to ensure accuracy against drawings & BOMs.
Report fabrication issues and assist in resolutions as required.