Production Operator 1

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Requisition ID: 5177

Location: Brookfield, Nova Scotia, CA, B0N 1C0

Pay Type: Hourly

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success.

The Production operator works as part of an integral team responsible for the cement manufacturing process in an automated heavy duty industrial facility. The position must act as a key player within the Production Team. Ensure the equipment is functioning properly, operated safely and efficiently. Ensure that all the necessary raw materials and fuels are fed correctly. Ensure that the products produced meet the quality requirements defined in the applicable standards.

Hourly Pay Rate: $33.55

• Ensure the raw materials, intermediate products and fuels are fed correctly through the right place at the right time.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and optimize the operation of the plant’s manufacturing equipment.
• Perform quality control sampling, analysis and reporting for cement and intermediate products produced.
• Ensure the safety of our people and the safe operation of the plant's equipment.
• Ensure production department operations comply with the applicable environmental requirements and regulations.
• Follow standard operating procedures to guarantee safe operations and meet product quality requirements.
• Perform safety field level risk assessments and pre-use inspections on different equipment.
• Report any safety incident, near miss, accident, unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors and take the proper immediate actions if required.
• Operate mobile equipment such as: skid steer, forklift, tele handler and articulated dump truck.
• Actively participate in the installation, replacement and/or repair of thermal insulating lining on different equipment when required.

• Technical diploma from a Post-Secondary program (Mechanical, Electrical or similar).
• Thrive in a highly participative work environment with minimal supervision.
• Have a team player attitude and excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Have strong decision making skills and are able to prioritize and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and alongside a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven work experience in an industrial facility.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude, including experience working with tools and/or equipment.
• Must be safety-oriented.
• Must be able to follow instructions, rules and regulations is essential.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, and any mandatory weekday/weekend.
• Must be willing and able to perform work that includes manual lifting, carrying and moving tools and equipment; continuous walking and standing; regular bending.
• Must participate in all contractual, legislative or corporately mandated training.
• Must be able to use power/hand tools, hoists, and other equipment and machinery.
• Be able to work rotating shifts.

We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.