Production Labourer

Your Responsibilities

Reporting to the Supervisor, Dry Processing the Production Labourer responsibilities include, but are not limited to

- Operate wheel loaders, tandem truck, rock truck, skid steer, forklift and fleet vehicles safely and efficiently.

- Perform daily housekeeping duties in the loadout and compaction area during down times (i.e. Cleaning product spills, Snow removal, etc.).

- Make judgments on the working condition of all equipment, and recommend required repairs or replacement.

- Make correct judgements on product stock pile safe working conditions.

- Manually open and close loading hatches on railcars.

- Daily up keep of railcars to ensure readiness for loading.

- Unload off spec rail cars as required.

- Take responsibility for the safety of the work involving the use of heavy equipment and for the safety of personnel in or near the work zone, including responsibility to shut down the job if there is a safety concern.

- Participate in pre-job planning and conduct pre-operational checks (visual walk-about) for operational safety of equipment.

- Determine appropriate equipment to be used for specific application including load capacity and conditions.

- Determine appropriate methods to be used for conditions/type of work.

- Ensure that Company resources are used efficiently and with care.

- Will be required at times to perform process field operator duties (collecting samples, clearing process equipment, etc.).

- Demonstrate clear, concise oral and written communications and listening skills; used when giving and receiving instructions, dealing with supervision and management, customers and co-workers, and ensuring schedules and safety requirements are met.

- Demonstrate commitment to fundamental continuous improvements in a changing work environment.

- Rounds and routine checks for Fines Storage loading equipment.

- Operate and troubleshoot Fines Storage Panel loading sequencing, including IVL and SAP Integration.

- Customer interaction for overall processing of offsite fines sale.

Dry End Equipment on site

- Warehouses, weigh system and all rail yard equipment and assets, rail car indexer, locomotives, bulk solids transportation equipment (belts, drags, bucket elevators, etc.), compactors, crushers, screens, treatment systems, warehouses and load-out weigh system.

YOUR PROFILE

Our company values and recognizes the diversity of the workforce and encourages individuals with the equivalent combination of education and work experience. The ideal candidate will have

- Grade 12 or equivalent education.

- Experience operating a tandem truck, rock truck, wheel loader, skid steer, or equivalent equipment considered an asset.

- Knowledge of normal operating parameters (engine temperature, fluid levels, etc.) and required mechanical condition (hoses, engine, tires, etc.) of equipment.

- Knowledge of departmental procedures and practices an asset.

- Ability to communicate using cell phone, two-way radio, telephone and log sheet.

- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Program.

- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 kg (fork extensions, chains, pads, etc.).

- Able to sit for long periods of time while operating equipment.

- Able to climb into and out of equipment.

- Able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures.

- Able to work from heights.

- Willing to accept responsibility for the safety of passengers and the safe condition of vehicles.

- Able to recognize mechanical troubles and vehicle failure.

- Must be mentally alert, neat, and able to communicate effectively with all personnel.

- Operates all site mobile equipment, rental equipment, and fleet vehicles safely and efficiently.

- Class 5 drivers licence.

This is a rotating 12 hour shift position including evenings, weekends, and holidays. You will be required to climb stairs, work from heights and may be required to work in hot humid conditions as well as outdoors during cold weather conditions. The position will require manual effort i.e. frequent lifting of materials, climbing in and out of equipment (etc.)

Employment is subject to successfully completing KSPC’s pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, functional fitness evaluation and drug and alcohol testing.

To be considered for these roles please apply by November 12, 2025.

WE ENRICH YOUR LIFE

By living our common K+S values across all our locations in the world We are optimistic about our future, collaborative in building it, and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We remain agile in an ever-changing world. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable, protecting future generations.

We are committed to being a company where every employee can contribute, grow and thrive, and where we reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. We are working toward a truly inclusive environment, because we know that the amazing array of differences in our backgrounds, competencies, experiences, race, gender, age, beliefs, sexual orientation, identity and their intersections is key to the longevity, sustainability and growth of our organization.

In a career with K+S Potash Canada (KSPC), you can look forward to

Good People and Great Culture

Be part of a team committed to building an innovative and diverse culture. KSPC is growing our business, delivering exciting new opportunities, and giving back to the communities where we live and work.

Challenge and Growth

We support your growth and potential through professional development, training, and a robust performance recognition program.

Valuable Compensation

Our total target compensation is competitive and benchmarked to the market. We have a Pay-for-Performance philosophy that includes two components fixed (base) pay, and a short-term incentive (bonus) that rewards employees for their contributions towards corporate, team and individual successes.

Supporting Benefits

Our comprehensive, employer-paid benefits program includes Life, Disability, Health and Dental, as well as competitive Retirement benefits, Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid work time to help out in your community (volunteer with a sports team or a charitable organization of your choice) and more! We offer a Health Spending Account for extras, like more expensive glasses, or a Wellness Account that covers recreational items, like your park camping fees, hunting or fishing license, and your gym membership.