Saw Operator/Material Handler - Day Shift

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is looking to hire a DAY shift Saw Operator/material handler for our Machine Shop.

• Hours: Monday – Friday; 7 AM-3:30 PM.

Company Description:

• Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is a locally owned manufacturing and distribution company operating out of Edmonton, Alberta since 1966.
• We manufacture and distribute products for oilfield production, pipeline maintenance, construction and gas, and water distribution.
• We have an in-house engineering department and a full-service manufacturing facility that enables us to respond efficiently to customer and industry needs.

Responsibilities of the Role:

Knowledge:

• High School.
• Basic Lean principles.

Experience: 

• Saw operating experience; 6 months to 1 year. 

Skills:

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Running a Hyd-Mech saw.
• Material handling.
• Measurement with calipers and tape measure.
• Machine operation and maintenance.
• Forklift operation.
• Troubleshoot small issues and make corrections.
• Produces quality.

Attitude:

• Workflow optimization.
• Desire to learn & improve.
• Small incremental improvements.
• Engaged in their work.
• Accepts overtime and additional duties willingly.
• Can-do attitude – willing to assist in other tasks as directed.

Habits:

• Punctual.
• Organization skills.
• Prioritizing and balancing workload.
• Interaction/communication with the rest of the shop.
• Adhere to the safety program.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Miscellaneous tasks as requested by supervisor or manager.

The above responsibilities are the basic expectations, any actions above and beyond will be looked at favorably at review time.

How to Excel in the Role:

• Team member for large-scale projects.
• Assisting in other departments as possible (eg. Receiving raw materials).

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is a locally owned manufacturing and distribution company operating out of Edmonton, Alberta since 1966. We manufacture and distribute products for oilfield production, pipeline maintenance, construction and gas and water distribution. We have an in-house engineering department and a full service manufacturing facility that enables us to respond efficiently to customer and industry needs. Plainsman is currently operating out of a 44000 sq. ft. facility on the south side of Edmonton. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible service, and maintain a large inventory at our Edmonton location. Continued registration of our ISO 9001 quality assurance system since 1994 also reflects our commitment to quality and service. At Plainsman, we are constantly seeking out new and better products and services to meet our customer’s requirements and the ever-changing demands of the industry. Over the past 50 years Plainsman has built a solid distribution base which includes oilfield supply stores, OEM’s, PC pump suppliers, chemical pump and instrumentation companies and utility companies principally in Western Canada. We are large enough to effectively look after our customer’s needs and we’re dedicated to providing the kind of personal service and attention our customers deserve. We pride ourselves on creating a positive company culture that promotes internal career growth opportunities as well as an interesting and enjoyable place to work. What sets us apart from our competition is employee job satisfaction which leads to excellent customer service achieved through the cooperation of all departments.