Machine Operator Window Manufacturing

Location: Southeastern Manitoba (Lorette)

Loewen Windows and Doors is a leading manufacturer of premium windows and doors for the luxury architectural market in North America and abroad. In addition to proudly handcrafting enduring products that enhance beautiful architecture, we are an innovative organization that has evolved into a design-driven, technologically advanced company of the modern age. Our products are beautiful, and they are built to last through higher standards and authentic materials.
The Machine Operator in our Grinding Room department provides services for tooling set up and sharpening blades and cutters needed throughout the plant. In Millshop, we set up moulders to run raw lumber into profiled wood parts for use throughout assembly. In both areas we focus on safety, quality, and on-time production. We partner with assembly to ensure our work meets the standards needed to produce high-quality windows and doors.
In the Grinding Room, you will be responsible to:
Provide tooling service including:  Sharpening profile heads, and straight heads
Sharpening circular cutter heads
Tooling set-up and maintain tooling
Template and knife preparation
Sharpening and re-tipping saw blades

In Millshop, you will be responsible to:
Set up and operate the moulder, ensuring all measurements are within tolerances
Ensure all parts meet quality standards
Keep work area clean and free from safety hazards
Identify and address problems as they arise
Flex and cross train as required
You will bring:
Positive work experience in current role
Able to communicate effectively in English (oral, and written)
Demonstrated focus on quality and precision accuracy
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, AutoCAD, and Moulder drawings
Detailed oriented; have the ability to accurately use a tape measure and caliper
Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision
Effective organizational skills, workload management
Basic math and computer skills
Ability to lift up to 50-75 lbs
The following will be considered assets:
Machinery experience
Woodworking experience professionally or as a hobby
Why work at Loewen? We have a culture where diversity is valued and where you have the opportunity to make a difference. We support you and your career by providing valuable tools, education, and development opportunities that allow you to grow and succeed with us. Together we share a passion for design, precision craftsmanship and relationships as we achieve our vision to be the world’s leading supplier of luxury windows and doors.
Loewen is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We thank all candidates for applying, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.