Production Operator - General Labourer

at  AGS Automotive

COMPANY OVERVIEW

AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including in particular front and rear impact assemblies, principally for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers full range of in-house capabilities including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, light weighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high performance coatings including chrome plating and automated manufacturing processes.
AGS is committed to delivering high quality, high value products to our customers, who include several of North America’s largest automakers. For over 70 years AGS has stood behind our belief in quality, technology, and teamwork.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor the Production Operator is responsible for, but not limited to, the unloading of parts at the end of the lines as well as the safe operation of manual stamping presses.

SKILL SETS (ADDITIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE):

Die Setting: +$4.95/hr
Advanced Quality: +$4.05/hr
Robotic Pressline Operator: +$4.45/hr
Die Set Up and Operate: +$4.45/hr
Shipping and Receiving: +$3.80/hr
Lift Truck: +$3.55/hr
Facilities Upkeep: +$2.80/hr
Advanced Rework: +$2.55/hr
Scrub Down: +$3.30/hr

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to read and write English.
Grade 12 Diploma preferred.
AGS Automotive Systems is proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. At AGS we are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request by contacting AGS Human Resources at HR@agsautomotive.com

Adheres to Technical System Procedures and Instructions.
Must be capable of repeated standing, bending and lifting.
Must have good communication skills and be capable of learning same as it applies to Statistical Process Control.
Load and unload parts from front and rear of press, placing finished parts in racks or bins.
Must be able to work and operate machinery in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure machine guards are in place and material handled in a safe manner. Must wear appropriate safety equipment as specified.
Inspection to be visual or as required with gauges, die models, etc. Charting may be required.
Always maintain a clean and organized work area.
Be able to detect faulty operation of equipment being used as well as faulty material.
Be able to adjust air and mechanical lockout devices and determine when dies need sharpening on manual stamping presses.
Complete any paperwork that pertains to the job.
As required, sort and rework defective material, repack and dispose of scrap.
Ensure the standards of Section 28 of the OHSA are met.
Perform other duties as assigned.