ABOUT OPTA
From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to be the leading supplier of performance solutions for metallurgical, value-added glass, and specialty chemical applications. We strive to be the leading provider of innovative steelmaking reagents, slag conditioners, and metal remediation materials consumed in the North American and European markets. We aim to be the market leader in steelmaking products through an unwavering focus on supporting our customers’ needs. We measure our success by our presence in a majority of steel mills throughout the world. Our vision is to expand our geographic reach and broaden into adjacent industries such as aluminum, copper, concrete, and glass.
OPTA CORE VALUES
Accountability and Integrity in everything we do
- PEOPLE: We will invest in our people with promoting Diversity and Inclusion for the success of our organization
- CUSTOMERS: Committed to our customers to deliver Consistent Quality products, Solutions and Service
- SAFETY: Providing employees a Safe environment in which to thrive
- INNOVATION: Deliver outstanding performance through Continuous Improvement and Creativity
- SUSTAINABILITY: Enhancing Sustainability by respecting and protecting the Environment in the communication where we live and work
Position Summary
The moving equipment operator has ability or certification (if required) to operate moving equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Duties typically include operation of a skid steer, forklift or lime conveyor. Will be required to assist with maintaining plant and equipment cleanliness.
Job Duties
- Safely drive Forklift or Bobcat
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections.
- Hanging or removing bags from hooks.
- Operate scale
- Operate Loading or Unloading Auger
- Put shrouds on the bags
- Perform inventory counts as required
- Ladle Sand Hopper Mixing
- Fill silo as needed.
- Run Bobcat and crush the material at back shop.
- General housekeeping
- Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures
Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:
- Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- RRSP Match
- On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)
We thank everyone for applying however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Opta Inc., an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.