Operator - Plant (Thompson, MB) Operator - Plant (Thompson, MB) Thompson, MB, CA, R8N 1N2 15 Au[...]

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

To operate the manufacturing facilities safely, efficiently and effectively to address production and distribution requirements. To provide a quality service in the manufacture of bulk emulsions to our customers in a safe and environmentally conscious manner.

Schedule : Monday to Friday - 6:30am to 3:00pm (day shift)

What you will be doing

1. Maintaining safe working practices to ensure no injury to self or others
2. Ensure plant and equipment is in good order by regular inspection
3. Carrying out housekeeping tasks as instructed by supervisor
4. Promptly reporting all unsafe working conditions and accidents to Supervisor
5. Ensuring minimum damage to the environment through waste minimisation and control
6. Wearing all PPE as required for specific tasks
7. Ensuring all emergency equipment and First Aid kits are complete
8. Active participation in Mining Services safety program Equipment operation and maintenance
9. Product delivered to customers and Orica Depots to meet demand schedule
10. Manufacturing plant and delivery vehicles/tankers are maintained according to schedule
11. Accurate provision of delivery dockets to customers
12. Perform QC testing on incoming raw materials and product being dispatched to customers
13. Maintaining vehicles in clean and presentable condition
14. Ensure raw materials are ordered in a timely manner and stored correctly
15. Ensure correct accreditation signage is displayed
16. Ensure all raw materials are correctly labelled
17. Ensure products are produced in accordance with the correct manufacturing procedures as per CBT manual
18. Ensure product quality assurance is measured and recorded for later analysis
19. Ensure the timely calibration of manufacturing equipment and MMUs
20. Ensure equipment is maintained to provide high levels of service and replace faulty parts as required or instructed
21. Assist with stocktaking all materials and products as required
22. Assist with recording details of receipts into and dispatches from the plant
23. Perform other ancillary duties including gasser and companion solution make-up, noise plant operation, consistent with level of competence, as reasonably instructed by supervisor

What you will bring

1. Class 3 Driver's license (with Airbrake Endorsement)
2. 2+ years experience in a dangerous goods / bulk explosives / heavy industry / process plant environment
3. High School Diploma, a plus

How you shape and influence others

1. Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
2. Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
3. Solid interpersonal and communication skills
4. Self-aware and open to feedback
5. Ability to work with minimal supervision
6. Productive without compromising quality
7. Highly reliable and motivated to excel

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

1. Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer
2. Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer
3. Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
4. Short and Long Term Disability
5. Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
6. Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.