Grinding Room Technician

Incorporated in 1992 and wholly owned by Albertan’s, Alberta Environmental Rubber Products (AERP): is Alberta’s largest scrap tire recycling company. AERP: has been converting scrap tires, using cutting edge technology, into materials that are used in everything from playgrounds, roofing products and athletic tracks. Our state-of-the-art processing plant in northwest Edmonton produces a variety of high-quality rubber products from shred to rubber crumb. We have become the industry leader through proprietary production techniques, consistently high standards and stringent quality control measures. Our innovative approach has allowed us to develop markets and sell processed material around the world.

People are at the core of everything we do so we put our focus on career development, promotion, and safety as a priority. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you’re in the right place! AERP :offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive employer paid benefits package, amazing opportunities for career progression, RRSP matching program and an outstanding work environment.

We are currently seeking a mechanically inclined Grinding Room Technician: to join our Maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Perform blade sharpening for 3 different machine types by loading, aligning, and monitoring a jig.
• • Maintain strict quality standards.
• • Perform scheduled/assigned equipment cleaning, service, and maintenance.
• • Complete Field Level Hazard Assessments and Equipment Pre-Use documents.
• • Communicate effectively and professionally with the Maintenance staff to prioritize equipment needs and repair.
• • Immediately report any concerns or issues directly to Supervisor.
• • Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• • Perform any general labor duties as required to meet operational objectives.

Core Competencies:

• • Mechanically inclined and skilled in use of standard hand tools.
• • Experience using precise measurement tools e.g. verniers and depth gauges.
• • Quick to learn with the ability to follow instructions and seek clarity when unsure.
• • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• • Organizational and time management abilities.
• • Ability to maintain professionalism and work with limited supervision.
• • Ability to multi-task and meet objectives/deliverables.
• • High standards for work, meticulous, with great attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• • Confident, resourceful, and highly motivated.
• • Possess a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.

Education/Experience::

• • Minimum one (1) year of experience operating machine tools; lathes, milling machine, CNC, surface grinders… etc, ideally in a Manufacturing/Production setting

Company Offers::

• • Competitive compensation
• • Comprehensive benefits package
• • RRSP matching program
• • Positive work/life balance

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We thank everyone for their interest in working for our company, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.