Machine Operator
- Kitchener, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in manufacturing;
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Main Responsibilities
- Safely operate shearing, bending, and shaping machines
- Cut rebar to specified lengths and bend to required shapes and angles.
- Ensure correct bar sizes, grades, and tags are used for each order.
- Bend to lift and manually load up to 50 pounds rebar into the machines on a regular basis.
- In a standing position, untangle and shake up to 50 pounds of rebar as needed.
- Perform daily pre-use inspections of machinery and tools and daily hazard assessment and immediately report any machinery irregularities.
- Permanently wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid injuries
- Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from all moving parts and never bypass safety guards or devices.
- Clean machines and work areas after following proper shutdown and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Comply at all times with AGF’s Health & Safety policies
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in manufacturing;
- Basic math/measurement skills (an asset);
- Ability to learn various types of manufacturing equipment;
- Ability to work physically - manually lift/move up to 50lbs;
- Willingness and capacity to work outside in varying weather conditions, and perform physical work;
- Good communication skills, Multi-tasking and a strong capacity for teamwork;
More about this job
Responsibilities
Safely operate shearing, bending, and shaping machines to cut and form rebar to order specifications, verifying sizes, grades, and tags. Inspect equipment, assess hazards, follow safety and lockout/tagout procedures, maintain clean work areas, and perform other assigned duties.
Requirements
Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience in a similar manufacturing role and be able to learn different types of manufacturing equipment. The role requires physical work, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, working outdoors in varying weather, and communicating and collaborating effectively.
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Rebar Cutting
- Rebar Bending
- Basic Math and Measurement
- Equipment Inspection
- Hazard Assessment
- Workplace Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Physical Strength
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Multitasking
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Construction
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Shearing Machines
- Bending Machines
- Shaping Machines
- Rebar
- Cutting
- Bending
- Manufacturing
- Machine Operation
- Bar Sizes
- Material Grades
- Order Tags
- Equipment Inspection
- Hazard Assessment
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Machine Guards
- Lockout/Tagout
- Health and Safety
- Manual Material Handling
- Basic Math
- Measurement
- Teamwork