Block Machine Operator; Maintenance

Position: Block Machine Operator (Maintenance)
Block Machine Operator

Location:

Markham, ON
Pay Rate:  $30.72/hour + $1.50/hour Night Shift Premium

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-Time

About the Opportunity
Join a well-established manufacturer of dry caste concrete and masonry products used in major construction projects across Ontario. We are seeking a mechanically inclined individual with maintenance experience to support the operation, adjustment, troubleshooting, and upkeep of production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Must be comfortable with loud and dusty environment.

This is a long-term, permanent opportunity offering competitive pay, benefits, pension contributions, and career growth within a stable industry.

Compensation & Benefits

$30.72/hour starting wage

Additional $1.50/hour night shift premium

Company benefits after 3 months

Pension plan with 2% company match after 6 months

Permanent, full-time position

Long-term career growth opportunities

Shift Schedule
Rotating continental schedule:

1 week Days: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

1 week Nights: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM

2 to 3 days off between rotations

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on block manufacturing equipment

Continuously adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery to ensure efficient production

Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs to minimize downtime

Conduct mold and mould changeovers as required

Perform pre-shift inspections and safety checks

Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all safety requirements

Operate and maintain production equipment used in dry-cast concrete manufacturing

Load materials and work with batching and control systems

Monitor production processes and product quality

Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production line

Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and work areas

Collaborate with production teams to ensure operational efficiency

Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is highly mechanical and comfortable working hands-on with industrial equipment.

Preferred backgrounds include:

Millwright Apprentice

Industrial Mechanic

Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Manufacturing Equipment Technician

Heavy Industrial Maintenance

Required Qualifications

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities

Experience maintaining, adjusting, repairing, or operating industrial machinery

Ability to read and use both imperial and metric measurements accurately

Knowledge of different bolt, thread, and fastener types

Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment

Understanding of workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements

Ability to work independently and proactively identify mechanical issues before they become major problems

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in concrete, masonry, aggregate, brick, or building materials manufacturing

Dry-cast concrete production experience

Millwright apprenticeship or industrial mechanic experience

Welding and fabrication experience

Experience replacing bearings, chains, sprockets, motors, and mechanical components

Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics

Electrical maintenance training is considered an asset

Work Environment

Industrial manufacturing facility with continuous production

Loud and dusty environment

Vibrating production equipment is common

Physically active role requiring standing, walking, lifting, and working around machinery

Steel-toe boots required

Hearing protection and additional PPE provided

Please Note
This position is best suited for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy working directly with machinery and performing ongoing equipment adjustments and maintenance.

Why Join Us?

Stable, permanent employment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Pension program with company contribution

Opportunity to develop technical maintenance skills

Strong safety-focused culture

Collaborative team environment

Growing manufacturing sector with long-term career potential