Do you want to step away from your monotonous and tedious work environment and make a move to an exciting and fast-growing industry? Agriculture/dairy is a quick moving, forward thinking business that offers the newest in technology and much more. You will find innovative and exciting opportunities you won’t, and can’t, get anywhere else. Read on for more details about us and the position then check out our website to see it all come to life! www.dairylane.ca
Dairy Lane Systems started in 1990 as a Surge milking equipment dealer. Since that time, we have expanded our scope to include automated milking robots, stabling, manure management, plumbing and ventilation services. Most recently, we acquired 2 milking equipment dealerships in Western Canada. In addition to the milking equipment sales, service and installation business, we are also involved in the design, build and operation of renewable energy biogas plants (DLS Biogas), the construction of agricultural structures (DLS Structures) and the manufacturing of dairy farm equipment (DLS Manufacturing).
We have grown steadily over the last 30+ years by focusing on our customers long term success. Today, the DLS group of companies (DLS) employ over 140 team members. DLS is proud to offer the best for our people which is why we hire people ready to grow and excel. We know our people are our greatest asset and we provide the opportunity to have a career, not just a job.
The successful candidate will be motivated and detail-oriented who will work with our dynamic team to ensure the smooth and efficient movement, storage and distribution of materials within the fabrication shop/yard. Most of this work will be performed outdoors in all types of weather.
This is a full-time position Monday – Friday (7 am – 4 pm) working at our head office location. We offer a total compensation package which includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth and advancement, come grow with us!
Job requirements
Load, unload trailers, move and properly store materials in our fabrication shop and yard
Operate forklifts, cranes, payloaders and other material handling equipment safely
Organize and store materials in designated area/locations
Work closely with fabrication shop team to maintain efficient workflow
Follow safety procedures and maintain and clean, organized work environment at all times
Skills and qualifications
2 - 3 years of previous forklift experience
1 - 2 years of manufacturing experience
Background in agriculture/dairy operations a definite asset
Mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise
Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day and perform physical tasks that my require climbing, lifting, pushing, bending/stooping; some loads require physical labour to ensure they are secure to move
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize your workload meeting strict deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction
Ability to work unsupervised and take complete ownership of the job
Strong communication skills and work ethic
A sense of urgency and ability to take initiative is required
Valid G license with clean abstract
Compensation commensurate with experience
DLS is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require accommodation for an interview due to a disability, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE: The successful candidate will be required to provide a clean driver’s abstract and criminal background check prior to commencing employment.
Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship to work in Canada?
- Are you legally entitled to live and work in Canada?
- Do you have your own vehicle, we are located outside city limits, there is not public transportation available?
Experience:
- Forklift: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
- Dairy/Agriculture: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- G license with clean abstract (preferred)
Work Location: In person
