Job Description

Now Hiring - Manufacturing Labourer - Wall Panels

Location: 67 Farmers Row (off Plessis Road.) This location is not on a public transit route.

This opportunity is in our new wall panel manufacturing division!


Known for innovation and quality, this new venture for Star Building Materials represents an exciting expansion of our capabilities and market reach. If you are passionate about manufacturing excellence and eager to be part of a groundbreaking team, we want to hear from you!


At Star, our people make the difference. We offer an exciting place to build your career with competitive compensation and benefit packages, company matching RRSP/DPSP program, employee home purchase program and employee discounts.


At Star Building Materials, we offer an exciting place to build your career, with:

• Competitive compensation and benefit packages
• Educational assistance program
• Company matching RRSP/DPSP program
• Employee home purchase program
• Employee discounts.

Requirements

• Completion of middle school, must be able to read and write and perform basic math.
• Minimum 3 months of manufacturing experience in a team environment.
• Experience using a variety of tools such as nail guns, saws, framing nailers, hammer, tape measure and banding machines.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination and situational awareness of physical work environment.
• Physically able to kneel and crouch as well as lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 lbs.

Preferred Requirements

• Manufacturing, framing or manufactured wood product experience would be an asset.
• Previous forklift experience is an asset.

Job Overview


Reporting to the Production Manager-Wall Panels, as the Manufacturing Labourer - Wall Panels you will perform general labour activities and provide support to the Production team. You also assist in ensuring cleanliness and organization of the job site.


Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Completing basic carpentry tasks, assembling wall panels, and properly securing the materials. Inspecting finished shipping packages for accuracy and quality.
• Ensuring wood is cut according to specified dimensions and angles.
• Examining work orders to determine equipment set up and procedures to be used.
• Building and stacking pony walls on skids and banding bundles with steel strapping.
• Operating diesel, electric or propane powered forklifts to safely move goods. Supplying production area with feedstock materials.
• Inspecting and maintaining equipment, and reporting major mechanical problems to the Production Manager.
• Working safely and complying with Qualico's Safety Program and relevant safety regulations.
• Providing support to other projects or duties as assigned.

Work Conditions


Primarily works on site during regular business hours. Work has exposure to noise from equipment/machinery and occupational hazards as well as dealing with inclement weather and dust. Physically able to kneel and crouch as well as lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 lbs. Overtime may occasionally be required.

About Us


Star Building Materials is an independent, wholly owned division of Qualico. The company is a leading provider of building materials, trusses, ready to move homes, and cottage and garage packages operating under the Star Building Materials, Star Ready to Move Homes and Star Truss brands. With over 50 years of experience, Star Building Materials is committed to providing reliable and innovative products and services. To learn more, click here.

•Qualico welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.•


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Closing date: February 24, 2025


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