With approximately 350 employees, Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is the leading North American supplier of heat resistant cast steel products. Manufacturing Kubota’s brands of alloys from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia Canada, Kubota Materials Canada Corporation leads the industry in quality, dependability and on-time delivery.
General Accountability
Responsible for performing all general maintenance functions under the guidance of Kubota’s Millwrights and electricians to buildings and equipment either new or in service in a safe and responsible manner as well as maintaining our ISO standards.
Nature of the Position
To productively perform all mechanical repairs, refurbishing or producing parts as required, and material handling functions and/or maintenance tasks relating to the prevention of breakdown in a safe manner. Must be able to troubleshoot problem areas in a systematic manner and resolve them with minimum direction from Lead Hand or Supervisor.
Major Accountabilities (but not limited to):
•Ensure work area(s) comply with safe and proper housekeeping standards at all times.
•Advise Supervisor of defective parts for replacement without delay.
•Demonstrated knowledge of safe material handling techniques and be conversant in the safe operation of material handling equipment.
•Demonstrated ability to perform the necessary cleaning operations relating to the use of maintenance parts and/or equipment or production parts and equipment as required to ensure either continuing operations or further maintenance work.
•Demonstrated knowledge of reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, maintenance manuals and bills of material for any machine or equipment.
•Ensure workorders are logged correctly, updated and managed through the workorder system to ensure staff have real-time updated status of all ongoing projects.
•Demonstrated familiarity with pneumatics, hydraulics, gears, pulleys and all mechanical parts and function of the various machines and equipment in the plant.
•To perform general maintenance tasks and assist skilled trades using various hand tools and stationary equipment such as band saw, power threader, cut off saws and drill press.
•Order supplies, update blue cards to ensure the stock levels are not compromised resulting in prolonged breakdowns.
•Participate in the planning and scheduling of required upcoming maintenance tasks to be performed.
•Report issues to supervisors as required.
•Perform other duties as required.
Education & Work Experience
•Minimum Grade 12 education required.
•Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a maintenance department within a manufacturing environment.
•Certification from a recognized apprenticeship in the Mechanical Maintenance trade with a Government of Ontario Registration is considered an asset, (Millwright Certification 433A).
•Health and Safety (WHMIS, Crane Operating, Confined Space, etc.) Training Certificates considered an asset.
•Demonstrated knowledge in safe material handling techniques relating to maintenance supplies.
•Demonstrated ability to recognize where to improve when routine or normal procedures are not adequate due to production needs or demands.
•Demonstrate proficient computer skills, include Microsoft Office Suite (i.e Excel and Word) and Google Docs.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
•Manufacturing Foundry environment
•Fumes, noise, sharp tools and machinery, vibrating equipment
•Long periods of standing
•Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of hands, arms and legs and moving whole body, such as lifting, pushing, pulling, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials.
•Must be able to work from a ladder, scaffolds or rooftop to inspect and perform minor repairs
•Outdoor work also required
•Ability to work a rotation of day/afternoon/and night shift on a two-week basis
What We Offer:
•Extended Health care, Vision care, Dental care – from start date
•Employee assistance program
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Kubota Materials Canada Corporation. Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44.99 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
•Orillia, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
•Secondary School (required)
Experience:
•Manufacturing: 3 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person