Production Operator – Asphalt Shingle Manufacturing

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a Canadian-owned manufacturer of roofing and building materials, is looking for a Production Operator to join its team at the Sylacauga, Alabama plant. The plant makes premium asphalt roofing shingles in a high-speed, continuous manufacturing process. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the operator runs the production line, including operating machinery, feeding raw materials, clearing jams, checking finished goods against quality specs and preparing products for shipment.

Key responsibilities

• Follow safety policies, programs and procedures
• Inspect raw materials and finished products according to quality specifications
• Carry out quality checks at regular intervals
• Operate manufacturing equipment according to standard work instructions
• Operate counterbalance and propane-powered forklifts
• Enter waste and downtime data into the system
• Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned

Required profile

• Preferred: minimum 2 years' experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing or construction
• Preferred: 1 year of proven forklift operating experience
• Comfortable standing for long periods, good manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Fluent in English (reading, writing and speaking)
• Physical: able to lift and move up to 50 pounds routinely, walk or stand 90% of the shift, and work at heights and in confined spaces

What we offer

• Full-time, unionized permanent position
• Pay of $20.39 per hour
• Health care and other benefits