Production Operator I/CAN

620 Steven Court, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 6Z2 Canada

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things - and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares - about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

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Position Summary

Completes various production tasks such as dispensing and assembling, under the supervision of the Manufacturing Supervisor and Team Lead. Contributes to the timely completion of manufacturing tasks to ensure that productivity expectations are fulfilled. Works safely and effectively with the manufacturing team.

Position Responsibilities

• Completes production tasks on a rotational basis as assigned by the Supervisor/Team Leader
• Retrieves and verifies raw materials; follows department procedures to produce, package, label and palletize finished products as assigned by the Supervisor/Team Leader
• Processes unused raw materials and maintains workplace organization throughout the day
• Refers to charts for the necessary measurements, PPE, batch coding, etc.
• Assists in completion of inventory counts as assigned by the Team Lead or Supervisor
• Completes production documentation as required.
• Completes quality checks and documentation as required
• Identifies and assists in resolving potential Health and Safety risks
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repetitively
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience

• 0-1 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work at the appropriate pace to meet production targets.
• Ability to work in teams, communicate one-on-one or in small group.
• Manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of various equipment (Fill machines, pallet jack, box cutters, and batch/RF gun) is helpful.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend standard work instructions (SWIs), training, and equipment safety instructions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, including wearing personal safety equipment and completing appropriate safety training.

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

This is an existing vacancy, and we are actively seeking to fill the role.

Artificial intelligence technology may be used in our hiring process to help screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Compensation Range for the Position:

$19 - 20 CAD/hour

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs to support flexibility and work-life balance

• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

• RRSP program eligibility with 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

• Market leading health and insurance benefit package focused on your well-being

• Tuition reimbursement 

• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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• We do not use unofficial or misspelled domains

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• Ask for payment or fees at any stage

• Request sensitive personal or financial information early in the process

• Make a job offer without interviews

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