Production Operator

IKO Industries Ltd.

- Production Operator

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for running the production line. This includes operating machinery, ensuring that raw materials are fed properly through the manufacturing process, resolving line stoppages, clearing equipment jams, verifying finished products against quality specifications, and ensuring that products are properly prepared for shipment.

Starting rate: $26.64 per hour.

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, and procedures.
• Complete health & safety pre‑start checklists.
• Ensure that products being produced meet established quality specifications.
• Document quality checks at regular intervals.
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Operate counterbalance, propane‑powered forklift.
• Document production numbers, items contributing to downtime (using computerized systems and hand‑written production reports).
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

• Able to work 12‑hour rotating production shifts.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy‑industrial manufacturing or construction industry preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred.
• Comfortable with working in a dusty environment.
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
• Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift.

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified applicants without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Accommodations are available on request for candidates during all aspects of the selection process.