General Production Technician

As the largest MTO manufacturer of sprockets in North America, we at Weller, pride ourselves on our ability to tackle the unique challenges our customers bring to us that other shops can’t handle. DROP Sprockets has built a reputation for durability, precision, reliability, and speed to market, serving a variety of industries. As part of Weller Metalworks, we continue to integrate our expertise with the broader capabilities of the platform delivering outstanding customer service through the many value streams we provide. Operating under a unified leadership team, we are committed to our core values while benefiting from streamlined governance and a cohesive strategic direction, ensuring continued innovation and growth.


DROP Sprockets is a leading manufacturer of high-quality sprockets for a variety of industries, including forestry, mining, and agriculture. Our products are known for their durability, precision, and reliability, and we are committed to delivering outstanding customer service to our clients. We are located in the beautiful West Kootenay's region of British Columbia, known for its stunning natural scenery and vibrant community spirit. We've worked hard to make DROP a place that we love to be! Our hiring criteria is based on Aptitude, Attitude, and Skills. Take your career to the next level at one of the metal part manufacturing industry’s leading global partners.


Responsibilities:


Clean, and perfect machined parts made of steel, and other metals using hand and power tools.
Read and interpret production orders and specifications or as instructed by the Supervisor and Production Manager.
Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials made of steel & other metals
Measure and mark materials as per specifications to avoid costly mistakes or omissions.
Check final product to ensure conformance to company standards.
Load and unload construction materials transferring them to appropriate work stations.
Assist with maintenance of machinery, if necessary.
Assist with shipping & receiving of parts, when required.
Work in a safe, respectful and efficient manner following shop safety policies at all times.
Clean and stock shop area.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:


Excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail.
Complete fast, repetitive actions, such as drilling, filing, grinding or cutting.
Mechanical/technical aptitude working with detailed production instructions.
Ideally you are adaptable to changing roles within the function.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, considered an asset.
Class 5 driver’s license, considered an asset.
Ability to work on feet for up to 10 hours per day; with rotations and breaks.
A valid forklift operator’s certification considered an asset.
Ability to lift 50lbs throughout the day.
Experience operating power tools, considered an asset.
C-Level welder, considered an asset.

The Perks:


Competitive wage, bonus structure, benefit package and long-term employment.
Attractive shift schedule.
Team activities including the odd adventure experience.
A great opportunity to have a long-term career in the West Kootenays with a progressive and growing manufacturing company with roots in the area.