Operator (Admix) - Edmonton, AB (evening shift)

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Admixture Operator is responsible for various tasks to maintain an efficient plant including production and batching of Sika’s liquid admixture products, testing and wastewater, performing quality control of the products, preparing, loading and shipping products, planning and coordinating product orders and general housekeeping tasks. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Producing Sika liquid admixture products by following Sika’s procedures and formulas
• Batching by adding material into the mixer and mixing the material according to Sika’s specified processes and keeping accurate records
• Washing and loading tanker trucks in preparation for shipping bulk orders
• Complete accurate trip sheet records
• Prepare and accurately label pails, drums or totes for shipping of non-bulk orders
• Testing samples for quality control purposes according to Sika’s procedures and entering the data into SAP
• Communicating any non-conformances to Team Leader or plant management
• Properly labelling and storing product samples
• Performing and recording required equipment calibrations
• Safe operation of forklift and other plant equipment
• Work safely at all times, adhering to all company safety policies (PPE, lock-out, confined space, safe lifting practices, etc.)
• Creating and closing process orders
• Participate in production planning for the department
• Ordering of raw materials required for production
• Completing preventative maintenance inspections based on a predetermined schedule (daily, monthly and annually)
• Testing PH levels of wastewater and record results 
• Housekeeping duties including cleaning daily, disposal of plant waste and recycling, and cleaning between producing products
• Assist Team Leader and plant management as required
• Additional duties as assigned

• High school diploma with 1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably working with construction materials
• Computer literacy, and experience with SAP or other ERP systems an asset
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word etc.) an asset
• Forklift certification an asset (will be trained by company)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to problem solve and recognize errors or concerns in Sika’s products or procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Environment: Work performed both indoors and outdoors – adaptation required to fluctuations in temperature and weather conditions
• Dusty and dirty environment
• Uniform provided
• Hearing protection provided and may be required in certain areas due to loud environment
• Handling of various chemicals (i.e. liquid admixtures), proper respirator fit and wear required at times and in certain areas
• Substantial repetitive physical effort required – ability to lift up to 30kg
• Standing and walking required for long periods of time
• Safely working with or around moving machinery/equipment
• Overtime may be required

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Regular working hours from Monday to Friday
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully covered by the company for the “Core” package
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness program
• Retirement programs
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Employee discounts on Sika products
• Tuition reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms and safety equipment provided

We will provide you with everything you need to excel in your role. You will benefit from a rare combination of autonomy and camaraderie while being part of a professional team. We will entrust you with responsibilities and offer an environment conducive to professional development and career growth. From there, we will trust you to do whatever it takes to achieve exceptional results. If you go above and beyond, we will reward you with unmatched support, a team of business developers, and technical support experts.

Sika is committed to creating a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, or any other protected characteristic.

We offer competitive salaries based on local market data as well as the workload and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based on job-related skills, as well as training and/or education. We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Canada discloses that it uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with the initial screening of applications, in compliance with federal and provincial Canadian regulations. However, we emphasize that AI does not make final decisions nor eliminate candidates from consideration. Our dedicated hiring managers and recruiters carefully review all applications to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation process. This approach combines the efficiency of AI with the expertise and judgment of our experienced hiring team, allowing us to identify the best candidates while maintaining a human-centered hiring process.

Sika is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Canada discloses that we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications. However, we want to emphasize that AI does not make final decisions or eliminate candidates from consideration. Our dedicated hiring managers and recruiters carefully review all applications to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation process. This approach combines the efficiency of AI with the expertise and judgment of our experienced hiring team, allowing us to identify the best candidates while maintaining a human-centered hiring process.