Line Operator

About Orbia:

Orbia Advance Corporation is a Purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximising value to our shareholders, customers and employees. The Company is passionate about the topics that define how people will live and thrive tomorrow: the future of cities, buildings, agriculture, and materials. Orbia Advance Corporation has five business groups which offer innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. In 2018, Orbia Advance Corporation bought a majority stake in Israeli-based Netafim, the world’s leader in drip irrigation, and is helping the world ‘grow more with less’ as it helps to solve food and water scarcity. Orbia Advance Corporation has operations in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees.

We started as a producer of commodities and have evolved to become a provider of innovative solutions that address the global issues of rapid urbanisation, water and food scarcity, and a growing and aging population. We’re already a global leader in Polymers, Fluor, Building & Infrastructure, Datacom, and Precision Irrigation. We have embarked on a CEO-led transformation, as part of our journey to become a truly purpose-led, future fit company.

We are currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Line Operator. We are located in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada in the Campbell Business Park.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Line Operator is responsible for physically operating an extrusion line in a way that ensures all products are produced free from cosmetic and physical defects and are within manufacturing tolerances. The Line Operator is responsible for the quality of the product run and adjusts and documents operating conditions to produce the highest attainable quality of pipe in a safe and efficient manner.

• Know and understand the quality and material requirements for all products being produced.

• Review product and equipment throughout the assigned shift to confirm that product material and quality requirements are being met.

• Oversee the quality of and documentation for the product run.

• Complete appropriate documentation to ensure accurate inventory transactions.

• Maintain records of “Lost Production Hours” including reasons for lost time.

• Start lines and make necessary corrections to process conditions and/or equipment to maintain product quality standard.

• Monitor cooling system, both vacuum and spray, to ensure proper operation.  This includes water levels in vacuum tank, proper flow and spray pattern in spray tanks, water temperature, and more.

• Make corrections as needed to maintain output, quality and maximum operating speeds and make required tooling changes to maintain production schedule.

• Coordinate changes with other operators that have responsibilities on the extrusion line.

SCHEDULE:

Rotation is a 4 on, 3 off one week; and 4 off, 3 on the next week. The rotation is per 2 weeks (Week 1 is Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat and Week 2 is Sun/Wed/Thur). Seasonal requirements may change this schedule based on operational/production capacity.

Hours: Currently 12-hour Night Shift from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM

SAFETY is priority!!!! Safety Steel Toed Shoes are required (must be CSA approved). Shoe Reimbursement voucher provided upon start date.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform simple math: add, subtract, multiply, divide and take measurements.

• Knowledge and understanding of the job duties of downstream operators and reel builders.

• Knowledge and understanding of smooth core procedures and operation.

• Valid lift forklift license a plus.

• Working knowledge of extruders, printers, reelers, vacuum systems, chiller systems, resin systems, pullers, quality control standards and product specifications.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work 12 hours per day, 3–4 days or nights per week.

• Ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise and work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position 80-100% of the time. Must squat, bend or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.

• Ability to operate hand and pneumatic powered strapping tools. Must also be able to use chains, slings, and hooks. Ability to operate keyboard on microprocessor equipment.

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds without assistance and ability to push and pull pipe stalks and coils.

• Ability to get into and out of lift trucks and other mobile equipment. Must be continually alert to mobile machinery.

• Must be able to cope with the pressures of extrusion equipment that runs continuously in a 24-hour period.

• Must be able to wear dust mask, earplugs, face shields, as necessary.

• Ability to climb ladders, listen to equipment, look for defects in product and sense temperature changes in the finished product.

OUR OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Accrued Sick Leave

• Referral Bonus

• Quarterly Shared Success Bonus

• Steel Toe Boot Voucher

• Prescription Safety Glasses Voucher

The compensation for this position will typically start at $25.00 an hour plus $2.50 for night shift differential. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.

They offer a broad range of value-added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers’ success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day.

All employees are subject to a pre-employment Background Check and employment is contingent upon successful clearance results.

Orbia is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace. Canadian experience is not required. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the People Team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable law.

The salary range for this position is stated above and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

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