W.R. Meadows of Canada Company is hiring
Paint Technician with LMIA

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Engineering, general
• Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields, other
• Chemistry, general
• Chemical technology/technician

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

On site

• Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Manufacturing and industrial plant

Tasks

• Maintain laboratory equipment
• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses
• Compile records for analytical studies
• MS Office
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
• Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations
• Prepare raw materials for mixing process
• Operate mixing machine to blend plastic and other chemicals to a specific consistency and viscosity
• Operate forklift
• Mix chemicals and cements
• Mix paint to desired colour and texture
• Measure, weigh and load chemical ingredients following formulation cards
• Measure and mix chemicals required for processing
• Measure or weigh products
• Control process start-up, shut-down and troubleshooting
• Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines
• Mix paint, blend and match colors

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• Syspro

Manufacturing sector experience

• Paints and protective coatings

Type of industry experience

• Industrial and inorganic chemicals

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Versatility
• Proactive

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available