Agway a proud subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, stands tall as part of the world's largest building materials company. With a 360-year legacy of innovation and growth, Saint-Gobain leads the way in sustainable product development and environmental responsibility.
Saint-Gobain North America's commitment to excellence has earned it recognition from the Top Employers Institute as one of the best workplaces in North America and Canada. Join us at Bailey and be part of a future where innovation meets sustainability!
Founded in 1979 Agway’s diverse solutions comprise a range of product lines focused on residential, agricultural, industrial, commercial and institutional market applications. Agway ensures that every steel solution it delivers meets or exceeds the specific demands and expectations of the Customer.
Position Summary
The General Labourer, under the direction of the Plant Supervisor, will primarily be responsible for helping the machine operators and the loaders meet the demands of production and shipping. This position will assist with any material handling and crating duties required. This position will ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency. Flexibility of shift is an important requirement for this position.
Job Duties
- Helping the senior loaders load trucks by placing wood blocks between the skids
- Picking trim or small parts for the truckloads (ex. Screws, closures, etc)
- Closing in the crates of finished product using a nail gun
- Wrapping finished trim using the cardboard wrapping machine or by putting larger bundles of product into crates
- Helping to build crates which would involve the use of nail guns or saws
- Might help a press brake operator by assisting them with handling the product and putting the product into the machine in order to bend it properly
- Checking the racks to ensure that product for the next day deliveries has not been missed
- Looking at the quality of outgoing product and notifying a supervisor if any QC issues are noticed
- Lift 50 lbs
- Stand and walk for continuous periods of time throughout the shift
- Willing to be flexible in duties and support multiple departments
- Adhere to established safe working procedures and wear the proper safety equipment at all times;
- Ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency;
- Maintain a clean working area free from dirt and debris between tasks and at end of day;
- Other duties as assigned.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for extended periods of time
- Demonstrated ability to operate material-handling equipment
- Attention to detail, good communication skills and cooperation
- Commitment to Health and Safety
- Demonstrate good teamwork and time management
Work Conditions
Afternoon Shift Loading Hours- 3pm-midnight Monday-Friday
- Use of required personal protective equipment
- Operation and use of necessary tools, machinery, or equipment
- Extended periods of standing, and other physically demanding conditions
- Lifting, moving, or manipulating objects up to 25 kilograms
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Job Reference: CAN01543
