Production Cell Technician - Protek

Protek Surface Technologies is a member of the Nordstern Group of Companies, which also includes Custom Castings, Forte Tooling Technologies, and Sure Cast Aluminum Foundry. 

We are currently seeking a Production Cell Technician to join our team. The Production Cell team is responsible for processing raw, uncoated parts into finished, packed, powder-coated parts, following customer specifications.

Why Join Protek Surface Technologies?
What makes us a Great Place to Work? Our people and our culture matter! We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where values are recognized. We also offer a strong total rewards package, including:
 

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  • $2000 hiring bonus
  • Competitive Salary
  • Mon-Thurs, 10hr shifts, 4 day work week
  • Off-shift premiums
  • Paid lunch and coffee breaks
  • Absent Time Paid hours
  • Full benefits package including RRSP matching
  • Comprehensive training program
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Work boots and Safety Glasses reimbursement
  • Continuous Improvement culture with employee rewards
  • Active Social Committee

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Process parts according to customer specifications using work orders and operation sheets.
• Operate packaging equipment such as tape guns, box cutters, heat sealing machines, and shrink wrappers.
• Operate machinery including cabinet sandblasters, tumble blasting machines, and overhead workstation cranes.
• Assist in powder coating application.
• Operate a forklift to move completed orders.
• Participate in daily production huddles and fill out standard production paperwork for completed tasks.
• Engage in 5S activities and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:
 

• Forklift operation experience (an asset but not required).
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift items overhead and at floor level, and withstand high-heat environments.
• Willingness to use pallet jacks and other production tools as needed.
• A commitment to teamwork and contributing to a continuous improvement culture.
• Experience with powder coating or similar surface finishing processes