Job Seekers

Monday 29 April 2013

Landscaper/Maintenance (Strathroy)---Positions Filled

Positions Filled,

Well established local company is looking for 2 full time seasonal employees.  Some experience with landscaping and/or lawn and garden maintenance is definitely preferred.  This reputable company provides construction of ponds and water features, landscape designs using natural stone, and residential and commercial maintenance across the region.  Positions to start immediately.  Drivers license required.  35-50 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, some Saturdays may be required.  Typically, full time work is available until the end of November, but the right candidate with a good attitude and skills may be offered ongoing work throughout the year. 

While the ideal candidates will be available for the full season, post secondary students looking for work may apply and may be given consideration.

Interested candidates are asked to apply by fax only.  Attention: Rob  @  519-246-1296, 

Tuesday 23 April 2013

Summer Student Opportunity (Strathroy)--Positions Filled


Positions Filled


Summer Student- Manufacturing (April-August)

The Sansin Corporation is a dynamic company focused on providing leading environmental coating technologies to the wood construction industries.  Products are designed to protect wood from harmful ultra violet light and water damage.  A College or University student laborer is required to assist production with various responsibilities

We are looking for College or University Students with the following attributes.

  • Must able to work independently as well as within a group
  • Good communication skills
  • Reliable and organized

Note that qualified individuals must have steel toed boots

Job Description

Production Responsibilities
-Labeling of all jugs, cans, boxes, sample jars, pails, lids etc.
-Dispensing of samples as needed
-Maintain supply of sample jars for lab and sampling area
-Prepare chinking samples as needed
-Product dispensing, placing lids and boxing
-De-labeling drums
-Preparation of labels (color labels, taping, etc.)
-Bagging of impel rods
-Occasional customer assistance

Cleaning Responsibilities
-Weekly cleaning (sweeping, moping)
-Weed properties as requested
-Take out office garbage and recycling weekly

Administrative tasks
-Maintain supply of 3 types of binders
-Maintain office supplies in organized cupboard
-General assistance.

Please fax resumes to 519-245-4759 or e-mail to admin@sansin.com

Logistics/Accounting Associate (Strathroy)---Position Filled


Position Filled

Position Title
Logistics / Accounting Associate
Overview

This position will support Logistics department with Canadian and US customs. The candidate will also be responsible for other govt. agency compliance requirements, Invoicing and Accounts payables. The candidate will be expected to work closely with Logistics entities, Sales, Manufacturing and Marketing on various logistics responsibilities.
 Responsibilities
  
  • Ensuring compliance with Canadian, United States and other foreign government’s customs regulations.
  • Assisting the logistics department with managing documentation and gathering the data required.
  • Interfacing with customer services, purchasing, manufacturing, finance, and other suppliers to determine and/or validate classification, valuation, country of origin and marking requirements. 
  • Research customs regulations and ruling, determining regulatory or interpretive basis for classification, marking, and valuation decisions and communicate findings to Finance and Logistics department.
  • Working with logistics team to identify operational gaps and develop efficient solutions.
  • Assisting invoicing and Accounts Payable functions
  • Coordinating with customers on discrepant shipments.
Requirements

  • In-depth understanding of Canadian and US Customs (import and export) is a must.
  • In-depth knowledge of Harmonised Tariff Schedule
  • Must have working knowledge of US and Canadian customs compliance rules and regulations. 
  • Customs Broker’s License preferred. (Canadian)
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Excel & MS Word.
  • Knowledge of Simply Accounting is preferred.
  • Must have at least 3 years of trade and customs experience.
  • Diploma in Business/ Logistics or related field is required
Compensation:                          Compensation will depend on experience
 








Compensation:                          Compensation will depend on experience
To apply please email your resume to Rob Thompson at rthompson@communityemploymentchoices.ca

Friday 12 April 2013

Concrete Finisher/Installer (Strathroy)---Position Filled


Position Filled

Local, family owned specialized concrete company is looking for motivated and hard working candidates for their expanding business.  The ideal candidate will be a self starter with a desire to learn new skills and abilities.  Physical fitness is required.  Training will be provided on specialized machines used in the installation and finishing.  Steel toed boots are requred.  Candidates must have their own transportation to get to work sites locally.  Some projects may be out of town, and employer will cover meals and accomodations when required.

This is an opportunity to grow with the company, and the best candidate will have the drive, desire and initiative to take on greater responsibility. 

Typically candidates will be expected to work Monday -Friday, daytime hours.  Occasional Saturday work may be required.  $15.00/hr to start for the right candidate. 

Interested candidates are asked to email their resume to phil@rsconcretesolutions.com  Please no phone calls. 

http://www.rsconcretesolutions.com/

Branch Assistant (Strathroy)---Posting Closed

Posting Closed, thank you for your interest


POSITION:
BRANCH ASSISTANT
LOCATION:
STRATHROY LIBRARY
PAY RATE: $21.68 start - $25.36 job rate (2012)
hourly plus 4% vacation pay–no other benefits
DURATION OF WORK: 1 year temporary part-time vacancy. Hours of work range
from 8:30 am – 8:30 pm, excluding Sundays.
NOTE: Additional hours may be required to provide
coverage for staff absences, and to attend staff meetings or
training sessions.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Please refer to the Job Description available on our website
www.middlesex.library.on.ca
In this position you will provide library service to the patrons at the Strathroy branch and
additional work at Library Headquarters may be required. Services include checking
library materials in and out, registering new borrowers, collecting overdue fines-- all
using the library’s computer system; assisting people with information questions using
both print and online sources; advising readers on book selection; shelving and filing
library materials.
The successful candidate will also provide assistance with employment and government
information related inquiries – familiarity with Service Ontario, Service Canada and
similar online resources is an asset.
Your resume plus a letter indicating why you are interested in the position will be
accepted by the undersigned up to:
12:00 noon on Friday, April 19
th , via email only to
jdevries@middlesex.ca
Julie DeVries, Hon. B.A., M.L.I.S.
County Librarian/CEO

Thursday 11 April 2013

Seasonal Labour Positions (Wardsville)---Positions Filled

Positions Filled, thank you for your interest!

WORKERS  WANTED


EVERGREEN WHEATGRASS JUICES INC.

(Wardsville,  Ontario)



Our company was founded in 1988. We are an innovative and progressive company producing a premium frozen wheatgrass juice from certified organic fields.


Due to the nature of our business our operation is seasonal. Training of employees, cleaning of the operation and production is performed in the months of April to the end of June.


Our operation runs 7 days a week (weather permitting) from 7am to 11pm.
We require production/quality control workers, machine operators, packing crew and fork lift drivers. Employees are scheduled for a particular shift according to job position. All efforts will be made to
accommodate employees to their shift preference and time off. Employees must have their own transportation. Employees must be legal Canadian residents and no younger than 17 yrs of age on date of hire.

Employees must be able to follow safety procedures, company policies and job duties. Experience in the agriculture, food processing, plant manufacturing is an asset.  Wages starting at $11.50/hour - bonuses will be paid out at the end of the season.
Interviews to start in early April.
To apply for a position send your resume to JohnDavey@evergreenjuices.com or fax to 519-693-4330.


Evergreen Wheatgrass Juices                1052 Longwoods Road,  RR# 3 Newbury, ON,  NOL 1Z0

Tuesday 9 April 2013

Production Supevisor(Strathroy)---Position Filled

Position Filled, thank you for your interest

Production Supervisor (Packaging)
Tracking Code
2012-82
Job Description
Accucaps Industries Ltd. is one of the largest full-service contract research & manufacturing organizations (CRMO) in North America. We supply soft gel capsules and encapsulation services for over-the-counter and pharmaceutical (OTC/Rx), health and nutritionals (H&N), and cosmeceutical industries. Guided by highly regarded industry experts, Accucaps has grown into a strong global player serving customers across North and South America, Europe and Asia. Accucaps is seeking driven and knowledgeable individuals who can take products to the next level in the global market. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of Soft Gel Innovation with Accucaps?

Reporting to the Department Manager this position is accountable for leading and coaching a production team and ensuring the efficient operation of manufacturing to meet and exceed organizational objectives related to performance, quality and customer requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Meet daily production objectives and manage each shift with respect to production efficiencies, effectively utilizing corporate resources, labor, equipment and materials.
  • Supervise a team of hourly employees involving a high level of interaction with team members.
  • Meet daily and long-term safety, quality, efficiency, uptime, cost, and Quality Control objectives.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with respect to GMP and ensure compliance with respect to Company SOP’s (Standard Operation Procedures)
  • Ensure the implementation of quality procedures, health and safety initiatives and promote productivity improvements.
  • Resolve technical problems that arise and coordinate line changeovers.
  • Maintains safety, health and environmental procedures. Identifies, investigates, corrects and documents potential environmental and safety problems.
  • Tracks metrics around cost, compliance and efficiency  and recommends measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Schedule resources including manpower, machinery and materials to meet or exceed budget requirements
  • Investigates and documents non-conformances leading to identify the root cause and then assigning and implementing an effective corrective action

Success Criteria

  • Degree or Diploma is preferred.
  • Certificate or other formal qualification awarded based on completion of a course in a Life Sciences related field would be considered.
  • Minimum 2-3 years of relevant and practical experience in a supervisory role

Additional Skills

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Works cooperatively in teams, communicates clearly and has effective listening skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as required and complete daily activities according to schedule.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of computers and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrates trustworthiness by being honest, dependable, and reliable.
  • Ability to operate in a respectful and professional manner at all times.

If you are a driven individual who thrives in a challenging and fast paced environment, it’s time you join the Accucaps team! We offer a challenging work environment that fosters innovative thinking and rewards excellence.

Production Supervisor (Strathroy)---Position Filled

Position Filled, thank you for your interest

Production Supervisor (Manufacturing)
Job Description
Accucaps Industries Ltd. is one of the largest full-service contract research & manufacturing organizations (CRMO) in North America. We supply soft gel capsules and encapsulation services for over-the-counter and pharmaceutical (OTC/Rx), health and nutritionals (H&N), and cosmeceutical industries. Guided by highly regarded industry experts, Accucaps has grown into a strong global player serving customers across North and South America, Europe and Asia. Accucaps is seeking driven and knowledgeable individuals who can take products to the next level in the global market. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of Soft Gel Innovation with Accucaps?

Reporting to the Department Manager this position is accountable for leading and coaching a production team and ensuring the efficient operation of manufacturing to meet and exceed organizational objectives related to performance, quality and customer requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Meet daily production objectives and manage each shift with respect to production efficiencies, effectively utilizing corporate resources, labor, equipment and materials.
  • Supervise a team of hourly employees involving a high level of interaction with team members.
  • Meet daily and long-term safety, quality, efficiency, uptime, cost, and Quality Control objectives.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with respect to GMP and ensure compliance with respect to Company SOP’s (Standard Operation Procedures)
  • Ensure the implementation of quality procedures, health and safety initiatives and promote productivity improvements.
  • Resolve technical problems that arise and coordinate line changeovers.
  • Maintains safety, health and environmental procedures. Identifies, investigates, corrects and documents potential environmental and safety problems.
  • Tracks metrics around cost, compliance and efficiency  and recommends measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Schedule resources including manpower, machinery and materials to meet or exceed budget requirements
  • Investigates and documents non-conformances leading to identify the root cause and then assigning and implementing an effective corrective action

Success Criteria

  • Degree or Diploma in Life Sciences is required.
  • Certificate or other formal qualification awarded based on completion of a course in a Life Sciences related field would be considered.
  • Minimum 2-3 years of relevant and practical experience in a supervisory role

Additional Skills

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Works cooperatively in teams, communicates clearly and has effective listening skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as required and complete daily activities according to schedule.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of computers and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrates trustworthiness by being honest, dependable, and reliable.
  • Ability to operate in a respectful and professional manner at all times.

If you are a driven individual who thrives in a challenging and fast paced environment, it’s time you join the Accucaps team! We offer a challenging work environment that fosters innovative thinking and rewards excellence.

Monday 8 April 2013

Quality Assistant (Watford)-Position Filled

Position Filled, thank you for your interest

Job Description:
Quality Assistant
This is a hands-on primarily administrative position supporting Senior Quality staff. The job will involve considerable repetitve measuring and data entry tasks.

Job Requirements:
The successful candidate will be required to have:
- experience dealing with automotive quality documents such as control plans, PFMEA's and standard operating procedures
- some exposure to quality systems such as TS-16949 or ISO-9000
- previously dealt with automotive manufacturers such as GM, Ford, and Chrysler
- enjoy working in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- possess experience in accurate measuring using precision instruments
- capable of reading and understanding blueprints
- extensive computer skills particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word
- able to work with minimal supervision and a fast learner

Start immediately. Salary $35,000. Apply to careers@autotube.com with Quality Assistant in subject line. Only successful applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please.