General Laborer (Operator)

Sandvik MIN, CNS - Canada ยท Canada, ON, Welland ยท First seen 2026-11-05

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  • Full-time
  • On-site
  • Work permit not stated

Entry-level general laborer on the production floor in Welland, ON, working under close supervision; training is provided by the department trainer.

Can apply if you have a high school diploma or GED, good verbal and written communication, and can follow directions.

Physical: prolonged standing and walking, lifting up to 50 lb at times, exposure to plant noise, smells and varied weather. No salary posted; work authorization not stated.

From the posting
locations
ATS location: Canada, ON, Welland
employment types
full_time
workplace
Department: Production
seniority
Job training for this position is provided by the department trainer.
job function
Department: Production
role family
Department: Production
skills
Good verbal and written communication skills.
actionable
The general laborer performs a variety of tasks under close supervision of higher-level employees.

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer

Department: Production

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Welland, ON

Travel: None

Job Summary: The general laborer performs a variety of tasks under close supervision of higher-level employees. These tasks may include assisting with extra workload, prepping machines and tools for jobs, and eventually learning how to operate the machines.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Cleaning and lubricating equipment, maintaining a manufacturing area free from debris and dirt, and readies or puts away tools as assigned.

- Closely following directions to operate machinery, hold or supply materials and tools, and load or unload items on machinery.

- Performing a variety of manual tasks.

- Assisting with prepping machines for jobs.

- Reporting any issues to supervisor or higher-level employees.

- Performing other related duties as assigned.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

- Job training for this position is provided by the department trainer.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Job training for this position is provided by the department trainer.

- Good verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.

- Ability to work in a variety of roles.

Physical Requirements:

- Prolonged periods standing and walking.

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

- Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.

- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the plant.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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