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: $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