Production Associate

Mercana • Surrey, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate plays a crucial role in creating Mercana's made-to-order photography and wall art pieces. This role involves working at various stations on the production floor based on customer order flow, with safety as a top priority. The Production Associate will grow in responsibility by mastering all production functions over time. Mercana is one of North America’s leading home furnishings wholesalers, serving interior designers and retail partners worldwide. As a “design-first” company, we produce unique pieces for the home each season, including wall art, furniture, lighting, and home decor accessories.

Requirements

• Must have experience in a production environment
• Must be able to read and understand units of measurement
• Must have a keen eye for detail, steady hands and the ability to work with precision
• Must be able to work with large-sized art pieces
• Candidates must be physically fit, as there is repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting
• Remain standing for long periods of time
• Safely lift, carry and move material and tools up to 50 lbs
• Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required
• Steel-toed safety shoes are required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with artistic materials is also an asset
• Reliable Transportation to/from the facility is an asset

Responsibilities

• Operate saws and machinery to cut frames, glass and mirrors
• Prepare prints or canvases with coating treatments according to specifications
• Prepare surfaces and use equipment to apply paint and texture to canvas, wood boards, glass or mirrors, using knowledge of various mediums and materials
• Oversee the printing runs based on daily production orders to ensure orders are loaded and printed to specifications
• Stretch, trim and assemble canvas and framed art according to the company standard
• Monitor the quality of products and ensure they are not damaged, dirty or defective
• Prepare and construct custom boxes for packing art pieces
• Work on various stations in the production line and ensure production targets are being maintained
• Follow all health and safety standards
• Maintain a clean workstation on the production flow
• Cross-functional training to support business needs
• Perform other tasks as required

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Packages
• Starting wage: $18.25/hr, with potential for more, based on experience
• Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
• Two weeks of annual vacation leave
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for Mercana staff on all furniture, lighting, and accessories
• A dynamic work environment with a great group of people
• Company-funded events
• Career development potential

What This Job Offers

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