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COMPANY OVERVIEW   At Kal-Polymers we custom compound recycled plastic into raw materials. For over 28 years, our customers have enjoyed quality consistent raw material at a cost-savings, all while helping to create a more sustainable world. At Kal-Polymers, we work with our customers and suppliers to plan and implement their plastic waste disposal programs as well as their raw material requirements. We have buy back contracts with large volume plastic scrap generators, and we convert that scrap into custom compounded resins suitable for varied applications. We are proud to be part of the movement that encourages reuse and recycling thereby creating a better tomorrow.   Industry: Wholesale Sector / Industrial Products Company Size: 50-200 employees Location: Mississauga, ON                 Job Duties & Responsibilities   Job description JOB SUMMARY Kal-Polymers Inc. is looking for experienced maintenance Technician/personnel for 3 different shifts or weekends only to help with the day to day maintenance of the facility, including the cleanliness of the shop, repairs, and upkeep of the premises and the equipment. If you enjoy working for a company whose primary job is to recycle waste plastic, like working with machines, you could be a great fit as our Maintenance technician/personnel. This position is focused more on the diversion of material from landfills by use of recycling industrial waste product. The position also involves setting up and adjusting factory equipment. Our company will count on you to keep our goal of helping the environment by recycling waste plastic materials by using our manufacturing equipment which is at par with our goal of coming up with an environment-friendly standard. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to test and operate various types of equipment, including program equipment, ensuring you’re never bored a day on the job. You should have a mindset in making a positive impact in the environment through your passion for working with machines in a company that values your personal and professional development.     The Maintenance Technician/personnel, under the direction of the Plant Supervisor, Plant Manager, will primarily be responsible to ensure compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery. This position will ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency. This role will also ensure outputs meet production schedules, safety and quality standards, as well as customer needs.   Job Duties Ensure compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery   Promptly answer calls for jams, malfunctions or other maintenance-related issues   Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine, controls, or control media within capabilities as required to ensure quality of production Ensure proper use of required personal protective equipment at all times   Follow manufacturing and processing procedures, set machine or equipment controls, carry out production and inspection processes   Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on all equipment and tools   Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity, product quality, and safety   Set up, operate and maintain a variety of machine tools including computer numerically controlled (CNC) tools to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as sawing, turning, milling, boring, planing, drilling, and precision grinding   Performs other reasonable duties as requested   Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces using abrasive tools or machines   Lubricate, clean, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools   Closely monitor machines for signs of problems while ensuring output is meeting set specifications   Communicate with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality, and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues   Regular maintenance and repair on all of all granulators, extruders, balers, blenders, box dumpers, conveyor belts and forklifts   Position and install parts, subassemblies, and accessories using hand tools, power tools, and other aids like overhead hoists   Working knowledge to solve Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanical, Plumbing and HVAC ·      ERP utilization that includes logging in and out of jobs as well as keeping track of maintenance inventory.                     Skills & Qualifications     QUALIFICATIONS   Certifications or licences appropriate to manufacturing industry Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing Ability to perform strenuous physical labour Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands Demonstrated ability to operate material-handling equipment Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Mechanical/Technical Abilities- have worked with various tools Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and carpentry repairs. With Erema or similar machinery experience. Fluent communication skills - oral and written in English Ability to lift 25-50 lbs of supplies Knowledge of hydraulic systems will be an asset Must be located near Mississauga, Ontario