Plant & Equipment Operator
- NS, Canada
- Nova Scotia, Canada, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
The Shaw Group Limited is one of the 50 Best-Managed Companies in Canada and is one of Eastern Canada's leading natural resource manufacturers and community developers. Shaw Renewables is a division of the Shaw Group of Companies. Shaw Renewables produces and packages top-of-the-line wood pellets and a natural equine bedding alternative that can be found at local building supply stores across Atlantic Canada. We also deliver bulk domestic wood pellets to local schools and supply international markets with an industrial wood pellet to fulfill demands for sustainable energy alternatives to fossil fuels.
Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking an individual to fill a full-time position as Assistant Operator for our Nova Scotia, Hardwood Lands location. We are seeking someone with a strong work ethic, ability to work independently under minimal supervision and safety focused mindset.
Participating in all aspects of operation including:
Why work for our Shaw Renewables team?
We understand the importance of investing in and developing our people. We are collaborative and team oriented. We provide our team with the opportunities to grow and we create a safe environment for our people to bring fresh ideas to the table. And we like people with a "let's get it done" attitude! If this sounds like the right fit for you, please show your interest by submitting your cover letter and resume via Indeed.
For more information on The Shaw Group of Companies please visit our website: www.shawgroupltd.com
We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities in our workplace and encourage applications from Women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking an individual to fill a full-time position as Assistant Operator for our Nova Scotia, Hardwood Lands location. We are seeking someone with a strong work ethic, ability to work independently under minimal supervision and safety focused mindset.
Participating in all aspects of operation including:
- Carrying out facility maintenance requirements as directed from the plant operator.
- Quality Control testing on products.
- Communicating with incoming and outgoing crews on plant operation.
- Reporting to the plant operator on any issues regarding quality, safety, maintenance, and production.
- Maintaining all levels of communication, such as production, logbooks, and verbal communication.
- Required to maintain a clean work environment "everything has a place and everything in its place".
- Fill in as Plant Operator or Loader Operator as required.
- Safe and efficient operation of the front-end loaders.
- Other duties, as may be required.
- Commitment to a safe work culture.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work unsupervised and provide leadership when required.
- Experience in operating manufacturing process equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude & experience.
- Ability to work shifts
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Experience in the safe and efficient operation of a front-end loader considered an asset
Why work for our Shaw Renewables team?
We understand the importance of investing in and developing our people. We are collaborative and team oriented. We provide our team with the opportunities to grow and we create a safe environment for our people to bring fresh ideas to the table. And we like people with a "let's get it done" attitude! If this sounds like the right fit for you, please show your interest by submitting your cover letter and resume via Indeed.
For more information on The Shaw Group of Companies please visit our website: www.shawgroupltd.com
We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities in our workplace and encourage applications from Women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
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Responsibilities
Assist with plant operations by performing facility maintenance, product quality testing, and communicating production, safety, and maintenance issues to the plant operator and incoming or outgoing crews. Maintain a clean work environment and production records, and fill in as a plant or loader operator, including safely operating front-end loaders.
Requirements
Candidates should have experience operating manufacturing process equipment, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to workplace safety. They must be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team, available for shift work and occasional overtime, and physically capable of safely performing manual tasks in hot or cold environments; front-end loader experience is an asset.
Skills
- Manufacturing Process Equipment Operation
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Facility Maintenance
- Quality Control Testing
- Front-End Loader Operation
- Plant Operations
- Safety Awareness
- Production Reporting
- Logbook Maintenance
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Shift Work
- Manual Task Capability
- Communication
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Energy
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Wood Pellets
- Renewable Energy
- Manufacturing
- Plant Operations
- Process Equipment
- Facility Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Front-End Loader
- Production
- Safety
- Logbooks
- Shift Work
- Overtime
- Manual Tasks
- Industrial Wood Pellets
- Equine Bedding