JOB TYPE: Permanent, Full-Time Employment; 40 hours/week.
STARTING HOURLY WAGE: $18.00-$20.00 per hour, depending on experience
Shift Schedules: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Expected Hours: 40hrs/week
About the Position
Kear Fabrication is looking for a hardworking, reliable, and mechanically inclined individual to join our manufacturing team.
This is primarily a general labour and production position. The successful candidate will assist with material preparation, equipment assembly, shop organization, packaging, and other production duties based on the needs of the company.
Candidates who demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn may receive additional training in the assembly, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of pneumatic- and hydraulic-powered equipment.
This position is a good fit for someone who is comfortable performing regular general labour duties but is also interested in developing technical and mechanical skills over time.
Advancement into a more technical role will depend on performance, aptitude, reliability, and the needs of the company.
Responsibilities
- Perform general labour and manufacturing duties as assigned
- Assist with the assembly of racks, tables, conveyors, and industrial equipment
- Prepare, move, organize, and clean materials and components
- Use hand tools and power tools safely
- Operate drills, grinders, saws, staple guns, nail guns, and other shop equipment
- Measure and mark materials accurately using a measuring tape
- Assist with drilling, fastening, sanding, grinding, and basic mechanical assembly
- Help install components such as casters, rollers, bearings, cylinders, valves, hoses, and fittings
- Assist experienced employees with equipment assembly, testing, and adjustments
- Package and prepare completed equipment for shipment
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Follow all workplace health and safety procedures
- Assist in other areas of production as required
Requirements
- Hardworking, reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Willing to perform both general labour and mechanical assembly duties
- Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with tools
- Able to follow verbal instructions and basic drawings
- Able to measure accurately using a measuring tape
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, temperature changes, and occasional moisture
- Able to stand and remain active for most of the workday
- Able to safely lift up to 50 lbs when required
- Good manual dexterity and ability to bend, reach, grasp, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks
- Must have or be willing to obtain CSA-approved safety shoes
Preferred Experience
Previous manufacturing experience is considered an asset but is not required.
Applicants may be a good fit if they have experience or an interest in:
- General labour
- Manufacturing or production
- Construction or renovation work
- Mechanical assembly
- Automotive or equipment repair
- Millwright or technician work
- Pneumatic or hydraulic equipment
- Using hand tools and power tools
- Reading basic fabrication or assembly drawings
Experience with welding, electrical work, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, or mechanical equipment is considered an asset.
About Kear Fabrication
Kear Fabrication is a Canadian manufacturer based in North York, Ontario.
We design and build glass-handling equipment, material-handling equipment, window and door fabrication equipment, and custom industrial machinery. Our products include racks, worktables, conveyors, lifting equipment, and pneumatic- and hydraulic-powered machinery.
What We Provide
- Full-time, year-round employment
- On-the-job training
- Workplace safety and equipment orientation
- Opportunities to learn mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment assembly
- Potential advancement into a more technical position
- Wage reviews based on attendance, performance, skill development, and increased responsibilities
- Safety equipment, excluding safety shoes
We are looking for someone who wants stable, long-term employment and is willing to contribute wherever needed in the shop while developing additional technical skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
