Production Operator **$22.90/hr

Job Number: 44004 
Group: Cosma International  
Division: PRESSTRAN INDUSTRIES - BLD1 
Job Type: Permanent/Regular 
Location: ST. THOMAS 

Group Description

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Role Summary

Using their training in quality, operational procedures, and occupational health and safety the operator is responsible for the assembly of product, using assigned welding equipment/machinery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operates machinery/equipment by loading single or multiple parts onto fixtures (lifts, moves, stacks, etc.)
2. Troubleshoots equipment within scope of responsibility.
3. Be flexible and open to changes in assignment to provide support to other areas of the department.
4. Trains workers (fulltime or temporary) in machine specific training as required
5. Ensure WIP meets standards
6. Takes part in the continuous improvement process to improve productivity and quality (provides suggestions, participates in problem-solving, volunteers on committee or focus group activities, etc.) and focuses on solutions.
7. Alert supervisor/lead hand of any safety, quality, maintenance or production concerns related to equipment.
8. Performs First Offs and Last Offs as required.
9. Performs visual and documented inspections on parts as required by the customer.
10. Able to operate basic computer functions including software programs and applications.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

     1. Equivalent to completion of high school

     2. Ability to understand/follow direction and work safely

     3. Skill gained by experience working in a manufacturing facility

     4. Must be to operate basic computer functions including software programs and applications

     5. Must be motivated and ambitious to contribute to Presstran’s continued success

Additional Information

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

EQUIPMENT and/or PRODUCT FAMILIARITY:

Equipment:  various welding/operational devices, designated personal protective equipment, T-stands

Product:    steel, nuts/bolts, various miscellaneous components

RESPONSIBILITY AND WORKING CONDITIONS:   

The operator is required to carry out routine, tasks under the direction of the production supervisor or leadhand. The operator may be required to lift materials/parts ranging from 0-40 lbs (depending on process) and is exposed regularly to elements such as temperature and noise. 

Benefits:

Rotating every 2 weeks between days, afternoons and nights Overtime after 40 hours per week. Shift premiums. Vacation: 2 weeks of paid vacation  + 3 Personal Paid Holidays (PPH).  Benefits: Medical and Dental Coverage. Plant wide Incentive Program – based on a number of factors, all members of our team receive an Incentive Bonus, if requirements are met. Magna Profit Sharing. Matched GRRSP. Company paid life insurance and AD&D coverage. Educational Assistance program.  Work boot, safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowances. Weekly pay via direct deposit. Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use). Barbecues and Children’s Christmas Party. Roger’s cell phone plan available to Presstran Team Members - $40.00 / month Employee discounts (new vehicle, amusement parks etc.) Additional Information Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Qualifications Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.

07--Operations F--Permanent/Regular