Manufacturing Associate I - Ottawa, Canada - Lee Valley Tools

Lee Valley Tools

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Manufacturing Associate I - Machine Shop

Status:
Full Time

Reporting to:
Business Unit Leader

Location: 1000 & 1080 Morrison Drive, Ottawa, ON

Pay:
$18.05 /hour (afternoon shift premium of $0.80 in addition)

About Lee Valley:

Since 1978, Lee Valley has recognized that woodworking and gardening are not just hobbies, but are for many a lifestyle choice.

Lee Valley Tools enjoys a proud 45-year history of providing high-quality woodworking, gardening, hobby, hardware, gift and seasonal merchandise to customers worldwide.

Our customer service is renowned. We pride ourselves on providing quality in all products, whether developed and manufactured internally or sourced elsewhere.

A position at Lee Valley is more than just a job - we honor the time and dedication that our people give by providing sustained and meaningful employment and we strive to provide an environment where learning and development are encouraged.

Our innovation to grow as a business, our efforts towards customer satisfaction, quality goods and employee culture have won Lee Valley the 2021 Best Ottawa Business Award.

Overview:

Hours of work:

Rotation Shift (two-week rotation):
Week 1 & - Monday to Friday - 15:30

Week 3 & - Monday to Friday 15:00 - 23:30

Key Responsibilities:

Perform repetitive manual tasks
Testing with simple equipment (e.g. go/no go gauges, calipers, etc.)
Operation of various machine shop equipment (including grinders, manual machine tools or hand tools, measuring instruments) or other manual operations
Verifies part conformity using precise measuring equipment and part drawings Works to continually improve processes
Participates in Lean Manufacturing activities
Able to do some basic set ups of a less complex nature.
May be able to operate CNC machines.
May assist in training other operators
Maintaining a clean and orderly work area

Knowledge and Skills:

The desire to work with your hands
Able to work as part of a team
Attention to detail and methodical (organized) approach
Ability to work under time constraints
Strong desire for quality workmanship in a production environment
A solid work ethic
Effective communication skills (in English)
Cooperative and pleasant disposition
Good attendance and reliability
Physical strength, fitness, stamina

Working Conditions:

This work is conducted in a Machine shop environment
Work involves occasional exposure to major disagreeable elements, low risk of injury/harm, more stringent safety measures may be needed
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand: use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Training will be provided

What we offer

Competitive compensation program including competitive base salary, a robust health & dental benefits packages, and a matching group retirement plan.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
A family oriented environment that supports growth and development for all employees.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Lee Valley, we are proud to celebrate and foster a diverse team of professionals.

We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work.

Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.