Equipment Operator

Position Overview

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Health & Safety Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring compliance with WITRON’s vision of Health and Safety by ensuring that the site is complying with all local, provincial, and federal Health and Safety regulations, policies, procedures, initiatives, and safe work practices.  Ensure appropriate safety training, practices, policies, and procedures are in-place to avoid preventable health and safety occurrences.  The candidate will be able to enjoy a unique blend of both office and field work, as well as working both individually and as part of a team.

 

Your role in our team:

• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial and local regulations and standards involving safety, industrial hygiene and general workplace and fire safety
• Work closely with the National Health and Safety team to create and maintain safety policies, covering basic safety rules/regulations, accident investigation/evaluation and reporting procedures
• Organize, facilitate and track Health and Safety training
• Carry out inspections on a routine basis, identifying workplace hazards and embark on corrective and or preventive measures
• Correct unsafe work practices when required and monitor adherence to safety policies and/or guidelines
• Assist in the development and implementation of new documentation for continuous improvement of the Corporate Health and Safety Management System
• Assist in the development of safe work processes for maintenance and operational functions with a focus on high-risk activities
• Other duties as assigned

Ideal candidate profile:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management or similar with a minimum of two years Health and Safety experience
• At least 2 years of Health and Safety work experience
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact and influence effectively
• Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement programs designed to effectively change behavior and prevent injury
• Joint Health and Safety Committee Certified, Part I and Part II
  
  

Position Overview

As an Automation Technician this role is in our Maintenance Team, and will be your responsible for troubleshooting and providing maintenance repairs to the cranes and other automated machinery within the automated facility. 

Your role in our team:

• Perform preventative maintenance and unplanned electrical and mechanical repairs
• Electrically and mechanically maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated equipment
• Perform planned maintenance on automated cranes, conveyors, and specialty equipment
• Analysis of component failures and single point of failure prevention and recurrences using system information
• Read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings
• Inspect, repair, and replace electrical and mechanical wear and spare parts inclusive of all set-ups and calibration

Ideal candidate profile:

• Training or certification in PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in an industrial automation environment or manufacturing with both mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting and repair including motors, gearboxes, chains, bearings, shafts, sprockets, gears, belts, etc.
• Rigging and hoisting experience of loads up to 1 ton
• Experienced and comfortable working with AC voltages up to 480V and controls voltage of 24V
• Must be able to work in conditions of +5C to -25C with personal protective equipment (PPE) provided including cold temperature gear, facial gear, gloves, and handwarmers
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights exceeding 20 meters after proper training, including working at heights, with personal protective equipment (PPE) provided including fall protection safety harness
• Flexibility in working hours between days, afternoons, and nights (including weekends)

 

The Production Supervisor will assist the Production Manager in maintaining the smooth operation of a fast-moving warehouse environment. Responsible for the day to day management of people within the warehouse function, to ensure company's targets and objectives are met and ensuring that staff comply with health, safety and standard operating procedures.

 We offer you:

• A performance-related remuneration system: WITRON bonus, pension plan & social benefits
• An appreciative work environment: Flat hierarchies, personal culture, trust & respect
• Development opportunities: Training, further education & talent factory
• Safety: Family business & future-proof industry
• Challenges: Multifaceted tasks, high-tech & innovative ideas

Your role in our team:

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills and judgment in communicating with staff.
• Receptive to management development suggestions and willing to seek additional knowledge to facilitate job growth.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must have very strong customer service orientation with high sense of urgency in meeting objectives and deadlines.
• Supervise and control order picking, goods in, goods out operations to ensure accuracy with minimum handling and stock damage

Shifts:

• Flexibility to work shifts as assigned including nights and weekends
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Ideal candidate profile:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3+ years of Supervisor Experience
• Previous experience with material handling automation in an automated warehouse a plus
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards a plus