Utility Operator

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the role will be responsible for running the production line for IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. at the Ashcroft production facility. This includes operating machinery, ensuring that raw materials are fed properly through the manufacturing process, resolving line stoppages, clearing equipment jams, verifying finished products against quality specifications, and ensuring that products are properly prepared for shipment.

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. Is a production facility that mines, processes, colours, and ships granules used for roofing products. Follow the link below to learn more:

IG Machine & Fibers Ltd. 3745 Barnes Lake Rd, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

Competitive health, dental and insurance plans

Competitive matched retirement savings program

The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion

The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

Adhering to safety policies, programs, procedures

Inspecting raw material and finish products per quality specifications

Conducting quality checks at regular intervals

Operating manufacturing equipment in accordance with standard work instructions

Operating counterbalance, propane-powered forklift

Entering waste, downtime data into system

Additional duties as assigned

Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing or construction industry preferred

Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred

Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time

Manual dexterity and Attention to detail

Ability to follow direction and specific instructions

Good communication skills; Fluent in English - Reading, Writing and Speaking

Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a routine basis

Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift

Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.