Machine Operator (Day Shift)

DescriptionRequired immediately, our Local Saskatoon Branch is seeking a Full Time Stone Machine Operator for Graveyard Shift: Mon - Fri 7am - 3:30pm.FLOFORM Countertops is a Canadian company with its head office in Winnipeg, MB and has 16 branches and 5 manufacturing facilities located in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. FLOFORM manufactures, sells and installs over 20,000 premium surface countertops a year. Established in 1961, FLOFORM is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.Position SummaryMachine Operators in our Stone Division are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of machinery, including CNC Routers, Waterjet Saws and other similar equipment. Operators are expected to load and unload parts, utilizing mechanical lifters where required, as well as perform accurate quality checks of all products. Basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment is also required.Desired Skills & Experience1+ years’ experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment (preferably Stone)Basic computer skills, MS OfficeAbility to read units of measurementsDemonstrated knowledge of hand woodworking tools and the operation of power tools such as table saw, chop saw etcHas or can obtain forklift operator’s certificateBasic computer skills, MS OfficeStrong communication (both written and verbal)Must be hard working, motivated, well organized and task oriented.Strong attention to detail.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Able to withstand exposure to water (hands/feet) for extended periods of time.Able to stand for extended periods of timeAble to work with hand tools using wrist and fine manipulation for long periods of time.Able to lift 60-100lbs occasionallyExposure to dust and wet conditionsDuties & ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the safe and efficient operation of the stone manufacturing equipmentLoading/Unloading and Setting-up stock to be machined using laser guides or stops for placementSafe operation of mechanical lifters (ie. overhead cranes) where requiredPerforms accurate quality checks/measurements to ensure product conforms to specifications. Troubleshoot machine settings and tools to resolve minor issues.Maintains strong knowledge of equipment processes and safe work practices, including all required tooling specificationsAble to monitor multiple machines during operation, pro-actively preparing for end of cycles and reacting to machining issuesPerforms basic maintenance tasks and inspections of machines and toolingMaintains workstation in a clean and orderly mannerObserves and adhere to all safety procedures while on the production floorParticipates in cross training when askedPerforms other tasks on production floor as assigned by Supervisor (ie. Edge Lamination, Polishing, etc.)Participates in team huddlesMonthly inventory countsOther duties as assignedFLOFORM Is Proud To Offer The Successful CandidateCompetitive WagesPaid sick daysMedical and Dental BenefitsRRSP matchingFLOFORM Countertops offers a positive and fun working environment thatrewards those who share in our mission: “To consistentlyprovide our Customers the best countertop purchasing experience available.”Should this opportunity be of interest to you, contact us today!!!Submit a resume atwww.floform.com/careers.We look forward to meeting you!To learn more about us we encourage all applicants to visit our website at www.floform.com.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.