Job Description

Steel Production Worker: Bowmanville Rebar

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Worker is responsible for operating various shop equipment to prepare steel orders for on-time delivery to Salit customers. This role ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and customer quality standards.
This position is based at our Bowmanville location: 222 Baseline Rd E, Bowmanville, ON.
This position requires the employee to work night shift: 11:00pm - 7:00am. However, training would be conducted on Morning shifts 7am - 3pm or afternoon shift 3pm- 11pm.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties
• Operate machinery, equipment, and tools safely and efficiently.
• Identify and retrieve structural steel and rebar from warehouse racks to fill customer orders.
• Feed and unload processing machines as required.
• Ensure machine guards are in place and materials are handled safely at all times.
• Wear appropriate safety equipment as specified.
• Operate overhead cranes (training and certification required prior to operation).
• Operate cutting saws, rebar benders, and shears (training provided).
• Use measuring tape to verify material lengths and bends in rebar steel.
• Follow work instructions, procedures, and company policies.
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions immediately.
• Maintain regular attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Comply with Section 28 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Working Conditions
• Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled environment; temperatures vary based on weather and season. Dress appropriately for conditions.
• Requires continuous walking and standing.
• Occasional heavy lifting—use two-person lift techniques or lifting devices (e.g., overhead cranes) for heavier loads.
• Work in yard and shop environments; expect dusty and dirty conditions—wear suitable clothing.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) safely.
• Required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, gloves, and approved safety boots.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated accountability, dependability, and teamwork.

Core Competencies
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift safely.
• Read and interpret a tape measure.
• Read and write in English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, and simple fractions).
• Effective communication skills.
• Ethics, integrity, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or construction environment preferred.
• Overhead crane or forklift operating experience is an asset.
• Approved safety footwear required.

Compensation & Benefits
Salit Steel offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Group RRSP with company matching
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Safety boot and clothing allowance
• Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Wages $22.75 per hour

Salit Steel is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise us if you require accommodation throughout this process.