Do you want to step away from your monotonous, 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 or check 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 customer’s long-term success. Today, the DLS group of companies (DLS) employs 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 work efficiently with the assembly and other DLS teams assembling and creating high-quality dairy parlour components for installation in dairy barns ensuring components are assembled according to specifications and within allotted timelines. This position supports our dairy customer’s needs and will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations
This is a full-time position Monday – Friday. 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
Assemble parts to create dairy parlour components accurately, thoroughly and quickly for installation in dairy barns
Blueprint reading
Utilize hand and power tools to make, assemble or repair parts and products
Conduct quality checks on assembled products to maintain high standards
Troubleshoot issues with assembly team and make necessary adjustments
Operate forklifts safely to move materials as needed
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area
Work with team members in order to assemble products/improve assembly processes
Provide quality workmanship consistent with company and industry standards
Follow Health and Safety requirements in all regards ensuring prevention of illness/injury
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
Proven assembly experience to assemble parts effectively and efficiently
Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot assembly issues
Previous farm/agricultural/dairy experience is an asset
Basic blueprint reading
Familiarity/proficiency in using hand and power tools
Strong manual dexterity with the ability to pay attention to detail and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Must be able to work unsupervised and take full ownership of the job, come on the job and “get to it”
Ability to perform physical tasks that may require lifting, pushing, pulling, bending/stooping/crouching, kneeling, lifting up to 50lbs, standing for extended periods of time
Good hand eye coordination
Strong work ethic and a desire to be part of a high-performing team
Must be legally entitled to work and live in Canada
Must maintain a valid G driver’s license and have your own vehicle as we are not on a bus route
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your workday will rarely be the same but will always be exciting!!!
Pay commensurate with experience!
DLS is committed to providing accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.
NOTE: The successful candidate will be required to provide a clean drivers abstract and clear criminal background check prior to starting their position.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own vehicle? We are not located on a public transit route.
- Are you legally entitled to live and work in Canada?
- Do you require sponsorship to work in Canada?
Experience:
- Assembly: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (preferred)
- Blueprint reading: 1 year (preferred)
- Power tools: 1 year (preferred)
- Forklift: 1 year (preferred)
- Dairy/Agriculture: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers license with clean abstract (preferred)
Work Location: In person
