Production Operator - General Labourer

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.BASIC FUNCTION: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. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: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.We are specifically looking for someone to work in our Set-Up and Operate Skillset:Independently setup all parts including automatic feeds and make any adjustments necessaryEnsure guarding of press to meet requirements and make sure all safety equipment is functioning at all timesCapable of inspecting parts to approved sample or gage and check when parts are runningMust know description, correct job number, packing specifications, width and thickness of material for part being setupUnderstand working principle of the dies being setup. Advise when they need sharpening or repairs. Capable of changing run markers, replace punches die buttonsReports all misfeeds or 2 pieces in die, etc to supervisorComplete setup sheets and other paperwork as requiredPlace die into press or remove die from press & store properly using lift truck or craneBring coil of steel, cradled or otherwise, to pressesEnsure the standards of Section 28 of the OHSA are metPerform any other related duties as requested QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to read and write English.Grade 12 Diploma preferred.Experience in a manufacturing facility.Press experience not required, but preferred.Mechanical aptitude.Rate of Pay:Production Operator base rate: $19.50/hr plus skillset rate (while in training and fully trained): +$4.45/hr = $23.95/hrShift premiums: +$0.90/hr (afternoon shift); +$1.10/hr (night shift).Accessibility: 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 [email protected] Opportunity: As an equal opportunity employer, and in accordance with all applicable legislation, the Company prohibits any form of harassment or discrimination in the workplace. This applies to all aspects of employment. All employees must be treated equally without discrimination based on matters such as race, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, or disability.