Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Laminator Operator at our Toronto manufacturing plant. This position's primary job is to work within a team operating Carpet Cushion machinery in accordance with established safety, production, and quality guidelines; while ensuring orders processed and completed by set deadlines. Works in a normal production environment with exposure to temperature changes and safety hazards associated with general labour work. As a Laminator Operator, you are expected to:

• Receive and understand instructions from Department Manager.
• Identify and remove raw materials from inventory or receive from proceeding process.
• Use forklift to move logs or rolls to inventory or trailers
• Perform machine-specific operating tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Adhere to established production procedures while moving parts to next production operation or to loading and shipping area
• Clean equipment and perform appropriate scheduled maintenance. Notify Department Manger of breakdowns and malfunctions.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Manager.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Must pass the Physician’s Physical Fit and Respiratory Tests
• Able to work well with minimal supervision
• Mathematically mechanically inclined
• Able to safely manipulate heavy material throughout an 8 hour shift
• Able to lift between 20 – 40 lbs. comfortably
• Able to read, write, and communicate English
• Ability to drive a forklift/clamp truck or ability to obtain license
• Communicates effectively with employee inquiries or comments
• Strong organizational and time management skills considered an asset
• Ability to work under minimal to no supervision.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.