Operator MMU - Junior Bulk Truck

Date: 13 Aug 2025

Location: Coniston, ON, CA, P0M 1M0

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.

Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

Orica has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023 and 2024.

About the role

To ensure production occurs on a timely basis following all safety procedures and taking a pro-active teamwork approach focused on coordinating assigned machine operation and product handling functions.

What you will be doing

Safety, Health & Environment:

- Compliance with SHEC Charter and immediate reporting of any accidents, injuries or incidents.

- Alerts management immediately about any safety concerns.

- Reports any injuries/accidents immediately.

- Participates in safety meetings and training regularly.

- Full understanding of machine operation and awareness of product movement in production.

- Proper use / inspection of all personal protective equipment and safety materials.

Operations:

- Knowledge and ability to run assigned production machines, MMU’s.

- up and shut down of Plant and MMU’s following procedures.

- Understanding control panels, valves, and related monitors.

- Perform quality control checks including reviewing waste materials.

- Perform calculation amounts and figure time required time to run production recording detailed information consistently.

- Preventative maintenance greasing schedule includes focus parts and process to clean/change all filters.

- Demonstrated ability on lock out/tag out, safety systems and controls.

- Maintenance of Orica’s housekeeping standards at all times.

- Knowledge of where product should be stored in the plant, inventory tracking and awareness of potential hazards of mixing various elements.

- Load and unload MMU’s, Tankers and ISO

- Operation of Loader / Forklift

- Delivery of PKGE product and detonators

- Pump maintenance

- Completion of all documentation required ex: Bulk truck load sheet, QC MMU Quality reports etc....

Driving:

- Pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicles including checking and filling fluid levels.

- Ability to maneuver on the road and on customer property in a safe manner.

- Maintain the cleanliness of the inside of Orica vehicles at all times.

- In possession of valid license for vehicle and TDG card.

- Familiar with impact and importance of preventive maintenance on all Orica equipment.

Teamwork:

- Success in proactively working in a team environment to ensure efficient operations.

- Provide assistance to other team members on a daily basis.

- Ability to prioritize various projects, ongoing daily tasks, and high priority situations to maximize efficiency with input from various functions of the MMU.

- Clear and professional communication with both Supervisor’s and fellow team members at all times.

- Participation in Site safety meetings and training sessions.

Your qualifications

- Class DZ driver license with a clean driver abstract.

- Mechanical aptitude with ability to quickly determine potential issues and problem solve accordingly.

- Requires thorough and meticulous completion of regulatory paperwork.

- Reliable and dependable.

- Flexible to fast changes as needed during the production process.

- Entry level computer skills include Internet and Windows applications.

Physical Requirements

- Work Environment involves being outside in all types of weather.

- Must be flexible to operation demands including work schedules.

- Lifting up to 60 pounds including tools and raw materials

- Carrying 50 pounds or more of products or other materials.

- Pushing/Pulling in working with equipment.

- Other Activities include frequent standing, bending and squatting with occasional work on knees.

How you shape and influence others

- Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility

- Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character

- Solid interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-aware and open to feedback

- Ability to work with minimal supervision

- Productive without compromising quality

- Highly reliable and motivated to excel

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

- Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

- Short and Long Term Disability

- Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

- Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year

- Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate.

We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.