Job Description

Company Description

Mercana is one of North America's leading home furnishings wholesalers, serving interior designers and retail partners worldwide. As a "design-first" company, we produce unique pieces for the home each season, including wall art, furniture, lighting, and home decor accessories.



The Production Associate plays a crucial role in creating our stunning made-to-order photography and wall art pieces. The Production Associate works in stations on the production floor based on the flow of customer orders, with safety as a top priority. The Production Associate will grow in responsibility by mastering all the Production functions over time.

Job Duties

Operate saws and machinery to cut frames, glass and mirrors Prepare prints or canvases with coating treatments according to specifications Using knowledge of various mediums and materials, prepare surfaces and use equipment to apply paint and texture to canvas, wood boards, glass or mirrors. Oversee the printing runs based on daily production orders to ensure orders are loaded and printed to specifications. Stretch, trim and assemble canvas and framed art according to the company standard Monitor the quality of products and ensure they are not damaged, dirty or defective Prepare and construct custom boxes for packing art pieces Work on various stations in the production line and ensure production targets are being maintained Follow all health and safety standards Maintain a clean workstation on the production flow Cross-functional training to support business needs Perform other tasks as required

Qualifications:

Must have experience in a production environment. Experience with artistic materials is also an asset. Must be able to read and understand units of measurement Must have a keen eye for detail, steady hands and the ability to work with precision. Must be able to work with large-sized art pieces Candidates must be physically fit, as there is repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting Remain standing for long periods of time. Safely lift, carry and move material and tools up to 50 lbs. Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required Reliable Transportation to/from the facility is an asset Steel-toed safety shoes are required. Additional PPE will be provided.

The successful candidate will be a well-organized, reliable team player who prioritizes safety while pursuing quality outputs. Above all, they possess a positive attitude that contributes to our respectful work environment.

What we offer:

At Mercana, we want to continually invest in our greatest resource - our people. We hope to make your employment experience with us the best possible with employee rewards and benefits that contribute to a balanced and enjoyable lifestyle for you and your family. Here is what you can expect from us:



Competitive Salary Packages + Starting wage: $18/hr, with potential for more, based on experience. + Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
+ Two weeks of annual vacation leave
Monday to Friday AM shifts

Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for Mercana staff on all furniture, lighting, and accessories A dynamic work environment with a great group of people Company-funded events * Career development potential