General Labourer

ABNEX is seeking a skilled Labourer / Press Operator to join our manufacturing production team. In this role, you will play a key part in fabricating metal parts using various presses, supporting daily production goals, and assisting with basic equipment troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and eager to contribute to team continuous improvement initiatives.

Advantages
Competitive Compensation: $20.00 – $21.00/hr with additional earnings potential through overtime.

Day Shift Schedule: Standard Monday to Friday schedule (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) offering reliable work-life balance.

Reputable Joint Venture: Gain experience working with ABNEX, backed by industry leaders ABB and Niedax.

Growth & Lean Culture: Opportunities to participate in Lean manufacturing programs, continuous improvement projects, and peer training.

Responsibilities
Press & Machinery Operation: Set, adjust, and operate various presses to bend, cut, roll, stamp, or punch metal to fabricate required parts according to work instructions.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Assist with minor equipment troubleshooting; notify the Team Lead immediately if machinery is malfunctioning or requires repair.

Material Handling & Physical Tasks: Assist with moving raw materials and parts, involving heavy lifting as required.

Safety & Quality Standards: Ensure all safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are properly used; adhere strictly to safety procedures and operational guidelines.

Order Tracking & Prioritization: Record transaction details on work orders accurately and prioritize orders based on production schedules.

Continuous Improvement & Team Support: Provide on-the-job training for new or less-experienced operators, participate in Lean initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement program (CIP) projects.

Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a production environment operating multiple press machines.

Education: Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent preferred; technical training in machining or press operation is ideal.

Technical & Mechanical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude with sound technical knowledge of press operations.

Mathematical Ability: Skilled in taking precise measurements and applying basic math on the floor.

Physical & Communication Skills: Able to perform heavy lifting and work effectively in a team-based environment.

Assets:

Basic welding experience is considered a strong asset.

Forklift certification (or eligibility to get certified) is an asset.

Summary
Think you're a great fit for this role?

Send your resume directly to niharika.kumaraswamy@randstad.ca to connect regarding this opportunity.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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